1988 Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou, Saint-Julien, France, 750mL, [93 points]

$359.00

The 1988 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is a beautifully evolved Saint-Julien that captures both the structure of the vintage and the estate’s signature finesse. Known affectionately as the “Indian Summer vintage” by proprietor Bruno Borie, this wine opens with inviting aromas of plum, cassis, and coffee, accented by notes of sandalwood, leather, Chinese five spice, and cigar box. Medium to deep brick in hue with a garnet rim, the palate reveals firm but caressing tannins, dried cranberry, blackberry compote, and exotic spices, finishing with lingering accents of dried herbs and black tea. With 5% Petit Verdot and a deft touch of new oak, it shows remarkable balance between freshness and maturity. A wine to savor now or over the next few years, the 1988 Ducru-Beaucaillou is a classic expression of aged Bordeaux, offering complexity, charm, and graceful longevity.

The 1988 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is a beautifully evolved Saint-Julien that captures both the structure of the vintage and the estate’s signature finesse. Known affectionately as the “Indian Summer vintage” by proprietor Bruno Borie, this wine opens with inviting aromas of plum, cassis, and coffee, accented by notes of sandalwood, leather, Chinese five spice, and cigar box. Medium to deep brick in hue with a garnet rim, the palate reveals firm but caressing tannins, dried cranberry, blackberry compote, and exotic spices, finishing with lingering accents of dried herbs and black tea. With 5% Petit Verdot and a deft touch of new oak, it shows remarkable balance between freshness and maturity. A wine to savor now or over the next few years, the 1988 Ducru-Beaucaillou is a classic expression of aged Bordeaux, offering complexity, charm, and graceful longevity.

6 in stock

Appellation: Saint-Julien

Classification: 2nd Grand Cru Classé

Rating: 93 DC | 92 WS