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Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 1978 . St. Julien . 5bn, 4ts, 1vhs, 1hs, 6hbsl, 6lwasl, 6wisl, 12sdc. Bottle (12). ... (Total: 12 Btls. )
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Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 1978St. Julien
5bn, 4ts, 1vhs, 1hs, 6hbsl, 6lwasl, 6wisl, 12sdc
Bottle (12)
Bigtime Bordeaux of the 80s, with a Capital B! First and second growths, compliments of a Texas Gentleman, all purchased in the early 90s and stored in a temperature-controlled cellar.
"One of the wines of the vintage, the 1978 Ducru-Beaucaillou continues to drink beautifully, offering up aromas of sweet red berry fruit, cigar box, licorice and loamy soil, followed by a medium-bodied, velvety and melting palate that's deep and seamless, marrying intensity of flavor with weightlessness. From a cold cellar with good provenance, it is well worth seeking out." (93 pts. William Kelley, Wine Advocate, Feb. 2022)
"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." (92 pts. Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, July 2010)
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Auction Info
2023 September 29 Fine & Rare Wine Signature® Auction - Beverly Hills #5547 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
September, 2023
29th
Friday
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