{"title":"Château Branaire-Ducru","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Branaire-Ducru is a historic winery located in the heart of the Saint-Julien appellation, in the Médoc region of Bordeaux. Classified as a Quatrième Grand Cru Classé in 1855, the estate is renowned for producing elegant and harmonious red wines, made primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Cabernet Franc grapes. The winery combines tradition and innovation, with a deep respect for the unique terroir and a philosophy of sustainable viticulture, ensuring refined and long-lived wines that fully express the character of this prestigious Bordeaux territory.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cht-branaire-ducru-cht-branaire-ducru","title":"Château Branaire Ducru Red Saint-Julien France","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint-Julien, Médoc, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense garnet red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBouquet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromas of ripe black fruits such as blackberries and red cherries, with touches of potpourri and smoked meats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, it offers a lively freshness with a good concentration of red and black fruits, supported by a chewy tannic structure and a persistent finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16-18°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal with grilled red meats, roasts, game, and aged cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerroir:\u003c\/strong\u003e Located in the Saint-Julien appellation, the vineyard extends over Quaternary gravel soils on clay-sand subsoils, benefiting from the proximity of the Gironde estuary which moderates temperatures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-harvested with rigorous grape selection. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by aging in French oak barrels for approximately 18 months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Branaire-Ducru is a wine that combines elegance and complexity, reflecting the distinctive character of the Saint-Julien terroir. Despite the challenges of the 2017 vintage, the wine shows remarkable freshness and a fine tannic structure, promising good aging potential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4th Grand Cru Classé\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards and scores:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFalstaff: 91 points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eJames Suckling: 91 points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWine Advocate: 89 points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Product images are for illustrative purposes only; label graphics or bottle shapes may vary depending on the vintage or winery restyling. The shipment of the order is guaranteed, and purely aesthetic differences do not entitle the customer to a free return (more details on the Terms and Conditions page).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cht. Branaire Ducru","offers":[{"title":"2017 \/ 75 cl","offer_id":53538750529884,"sku":"3760108706560","price":59.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/files\/1032_2015NM_c.png?v=1742819327"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0857\/0617\/8908\/collections\/Tivinum__800_x_800_px_-_2024-12-13T135804.920.jpg?v=1742998435","url":"https:\/\/www.tivinum.ch\/en\/collections\/cht-branaire-ducru.oembed","provider":"Tivinum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}