2010 Chateau Brane-Cantenac, Margaux, France, 750mL, (95 points)

$181.00

The 2010 Château Brane-Cantenac is a stunning, full-bodied Margaux with remarkable structure and depth. This exceptional vintage unfolds with a complex bouquet of forest floor, violets, graphite, cedar, and ripe red and black currants. On the palate, it reveals layers of blackberry, plum, blueberry pie, and flint, all wrapped in polished tannins and vibrant acidity. The wine’s elegant power is supported by its long, nuanced finish and sophisticated structure, making it both approachable in youth and age-worthy over decades. A classic expression of Margaux terroir, it combines finesse with boldness and is poised for a long, graceful evolution.

The 2010 Château Brane-Cantenac is a stunning, full-bodied Margaux with remarkable structure and depth. This exceptional vintage unfolds with a complex bouquet of forest floor, violets, graphite, cedar, and ripe red and black currants. On the palate, it reveals layers of blackberry, plum, blueberry pie, and flint, all wrapped in polished tannins and vibrant acidity. The wine’s elegant power is supported by its long, nuanced finish and sophisticated structure, making it both approachable in youth and age-worthy over decades. A classic expression of Margaux terroir, it combines finesse with boldness and is poised for a long, graceful evolution.

12 in stock

Appellation - Margaux

Classification - DEUXIÈMES CRUS

Blend - 62% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot and 8% cabernet franc

Alcohol ABV - 13.5%

Drinking window - 2020 - 2040

Ratings - RP 95 | ST 94 | JS 94 | WE 94 | WS 93

Pair this refined and powerful Margaux with:

  • Dry-aged ribeye steak with herb butter

  • Duck confit with lentils or wild mushrooms

  • Braised lamb shanks with rosemary and garlic

  • Beef Wellington with foie gras and truffle

  • Aged French cheeses like Comté or Ossau-Iraty