CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1978
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1978
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1978
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1978
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1978
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1978
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1978

CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1978

Wine 1978 2ème Cru Classé  Bordeaux Saint Julien
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95 / 100
Falstaff January - 2010
Falstaff
Jeroboam Strong carmine garnet, ruby reflections, delicate ochre rim, dark color. On the nose, substantial dark berry compote, delicate animal-cedary touch, fine bitter chocolate, multi-faceted bouquet, Ducru through and through. On the palate highly elegant, balanced, sweet, ripe plum-blackberry compote, chocolatey and seductive, carried by a finesse-rich acid arc, a wonderful wine that convinces with great length.
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92 / 100
Robert PARKER - The Wine Advocate September - 2009
Robert PARKER - The Wine Advocate
Served at the Ducru offline in London. One of the highlights of this vertical, this is a classic 1970s Saint Julien that is aged much better than one would presuppose. The nose is leafy, unashamedly austere with cedar, cigar box and a touch of peppermint, yet there is still agreeable clarity and precision. The palate is medium-bodied, very well balanced with sturdy but fine tannins, an “unbending”, conservative Ducru Beaucaillou that has great focus and vigour. Lively dark cherry finish with hints of tomato and even some toffee/creme-brulee notes lingering on the aftertaste. Very elegant and poised, this is the kind of mature claret I adore. Lovely. 
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91 / 100
Jean-Marc Quarin June - 2004
Jean-Marc Quarin
Beautiful nose, quite complex with fruit and cedar. The palate pleases with its melting character and final aromatic nuances. Beautiful silky length. Delicious wine. The non-decanted version is firmer and more acidic on the finish. Fribourg cheese will remove any acidic and firm sensation. Delicious in magnum.
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90 / 100
Franck Dubourdieu September - 2007
Franck Dubourdieu
Vintage Wine  1978
Classification Médoc - 2ème Cru Classé 
Region Bordeaux
Appellation Saint Julien
Colour Red
Volume 0.75 l
Country France
Alcohol content 13.00% vol
Château Château Ducru Beaucaillou
Château Ducru Beaucaillou
Château Ducru Beaucaillou

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is one of the most illustrious estates of the Saint-Julien appellation, classified Second Grand Cru Classé in 1855. Located on deep gravel overlooking the Gironde estuary, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou owes its name to the "beautiful pebbles," those characteristic quartz stones that ensure perfect drainage and ideal thermal retention, essential conditions for the maturity of Cabernet Sauvignon.

Founded in the 18th century and acquired by the Borie family in 1941, the estate is now managed by Bruno-Eugène Borie, who has profoundly strengthened the stylistic identity of the cru. Château Ducru-Beaucaillou has established itself as one of the most refined signatures of Saint-Julien, sought after for the precision of its aging, the exceptional quality of its fruit, and the nobility of its tannins.

The vineyard sits on Günzian gravel ridges among the finest in the Médoc. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon and complemented by Merlot, the blend produces wines of great depth, combining density, freshness, and structure. The aging in French oak barrels, perfectly mastered, supports the structure without masking the expression of the terroir.

Vintages such as Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1982, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1995, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1996, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 2005, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 2003 or Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 2014 illustrate the consistency and exceptional aging potential of the estate, now considered a major reference among the great collectible wines of Bordeaux.

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