Ducru Beaucaillou Ex Château 2026 2ème Grand Cru Classé Saint-Julien, 2009

Ducru-Beaucaillou is one of Saint-Julien’s most admired names, and the 2009 vintage shows the class and depth that have made this estate a benchmark on Bordeaux’s Left Bank. As a 2ème Grand Cru Classé, it combines power, precision, and elegance in a style that has defined the château for generations.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this wine typically shows a deep garnet color with impressive concentration. The nose is expressive and layered, with ripe blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, graphite, violets, and subtle spice, all framed by the estate’s signature mineral lift. The palate is richly textured yet refined, with polished tannins, generous dark fruit, and a long, balanced finish. The 2009 vintage is known for its ripeness and structure, giving this wine excellent aging potential and the ability to continue developing beautifully over many years.

Production
Sourced from the gravelly terroirs of Saint-Julien, the estate benefits from well-drained soils that encourage concentration and finesse in the grapes. Careful vineyard management and selective harvesting help preserve the purity of fruit, while traditional Bordeaux vinification and aging in French oak bring depth, complexity, and seamless integration to the final wine.

Food & Serving
Ideal with roasted lamb, beef Wellington, duck breast, game, or rich mushroom dishes. Serve at 16–18°C and consider decanting for 1–2 hours if drinking now, especially to allow the wine’s layers and structure to open fully.

Producer
Château Ducru-Beaucaillou has long held a place among the great estates of Saint-Julien and was classified as a Second Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. The property is renowned for producing elegant, age-worthy Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines, and it has earned a strong reputation for consistency, precision, and outstanding quality across top vintages.

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