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Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 1995 . St. Julien . 5fl. Bottle (5). ... (Total: 5 Btls. )
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Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 1995St. Julien
5fl
Bottle (5)
Property from the cellar of a Southern California gentleman. All wines purchased on release, many direct from wineries, and stored in ideal temperature and humidity control
"This wine is of first-growth quality, not only from an intellectual perspective, but in its hedonistic characteristics. More open-knit and accessible than the extraordinary 1996, Ducru's 1995 exhibits a saturated ruby/purple color, followed by a knock-out nose of blueberry and black raspberry/cassis fruit intertwined with minerals, flowers, and subtle toasty new oak. Like its younger sibling, the wine possesses a sweet, rich mid-palate (from extract and ripeness, not sugar), layers of flavor, good delineation and grip, but generally unobtrusive tannin and acidity. It is a classic, compelling example of Ducru-Beaucaillou that should not be missed." (94 pts. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, Feb. 1998)
"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." (95 pts. Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate, Aug. 2020)
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Auction Info
Wine Showcase Auction #24160 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
October, 2023
12th
Thursday
Internet/Mail Bids: 5
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