CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1995
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1995
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1995
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1995
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1995
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1995
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1995

CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1995

Wine 1995 2ème Cru Classé  Bordeaux Saint Julien
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97 / 100
Franck Dubourdieu September - 2007
Franck Dubourdieu
91 / 100
Jeff Leve - The Wine Cellar Insider November - 2018
Jeff Leve - The Wine Cellar Insider
One of the better wines from what has become a difficult vintage, due to the strong, harsh nature of the tannins, here you find a wine that is classic in nature. Firm, slightly rustic and with a touch of green in the nose and palate, this is what old-school, classic Bordeaux is all about. The wine is full-bodied and loaded with fruit, but rustic nature of the tannins intrude on what otherwise would have been a nice party.
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94 / 100
Falstaff January - 2010
Falstaff
Dark ruby garnet, almost opaque core, delicate violet reflections, subtle water rim. On the nose intense dark berry fruit, delicate dried plum aroma, licorice, cedar wood, fine smoky spice, nuances of coconut and nougat. On the palate juicy, complex body, possesses a round yet elegant texture, a very balanced wine, finesse-rich acidity, possesses a powerful finish, adheres well, is already drinkable, possesses excellent aging potential.
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95 / 100
Robert PARKER - The Wine Advocate August - 2020
Robert PARKER - The Wine Advocate
Proprietor Bruno Borie noted this was a somewhat unusual blend this year: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot. After this vintage, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot would no longer be included in the blend. Medium to deep brick in color, the 1995 Ducru-Beaucaillou explodes from the glass with bombastic notes of Indian spices, plum preserves, fruitcake and dried figs with nuances of potpourri, star anise, bouquet garni and espresso. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is chock-full of exotic spices and preserved black fruits, framed by firm, finely grained tannins and bold freshness, finishing with epic impact and length. Mature and drinking well now, there's still a good 12-15 years of kick left in this thoroughbred.
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95 / 100
Wine Spectator March - 2007
Wine Spectator
Subtle yet aromatic character of Indian spices, currants and dried cherries. Full-bodied, with super well-integrated tannins and a long, caressing finish. Wonderful texture. Classy and structured. Long. This was wine of the year in 1998; well deserved.
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92 / 100
Jeannie Cho Lee May - 2014
Jeannie Cho Lee
This bottle is much less expressive than some of the other vintages that were tasted in a vertical of Ducru. The fruit sits behind tannic, herbal flavours and the finish is modest rather than long. Not a great bottle compared to the samples tasted last year.
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Vintage Wine  1995
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 a 75-hectare wine estate located in Saint-Julien-Beychevelle in the Gironde department. In the Saint-Julien AOC, it is classified as a Second Growth in the 1855 classification. The first traces of the estate date back to the 13th century.

The château remained the property of the Bergeron family for several centuries until 1720. In 1795, the château came under the control of the Ducru family, after whom the estate was then named. Bertrand Ducru undertook to profoundly modify the château (with the help of architect Paul Abadie) and the wine-making facilities (new cellars). The culmination of these efforts came with the attribution of Second Growth status in the 1855 classification.

In 1866, the château was sold to the family of Nathaniel Johnston (1836-1914), a Bordeaux wine merchant and faience maker, mayor and deputy of Saint-Julien. The financial crisis of 1929 forced Nathaniel Johnston to sell the estate to the Desbarats family, who after only twelve years had to cede it to the Borie family, who still own the château today. The Ducru-Beaucaillou terroir owes its name to the large Günz gravel stones with a thickness of 6 to 8 m. The grape variety composition is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot, with a determination not to use Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc. The vines have an average age of 35 years and are planted in very high density (10,000 vines/ha). Ducru-Beaucaillou also produces a second wine called La Croix de Beaucaillou.

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