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La Croix de Beaucaillou Second Vin 2017
13.5%
0.75L
Intensity
Lot presentation
La Croix de Beaucaillou Second Vin 2017
The wine
Château Ducru Beaucaillou's second wine, made from the property's younger vines and vats that are not selected fro the grand vin. This wine has been bottled at the château since the 1995 vintage.
About the Producer Château Ducru Beaucaillou
Saint Julien may not have any first growths, but if we forget about ranking and focus on quality, Château Ducru Beaucaillou is a perfect ambassador for the appellation. Created at the end of the 17th century, the property quickly demonstrated a capacity to produce fine wines. A century later, when mildew was destroying many of Bordeaux's vineyards, Ducru Beaucaillou managed to escape thanks to a new treatment discovered by the château's steward: the famous bouillie bordelaise (Bordeaux mixture) consisting of copper sulphate and lime, which is still used today. However, as it was popular in America, the property suffered greatly during prohibition, which deprived it of many customers. In 1941, Ducru Beaucaillou was bought by Francis Borie, who renovated the winery and replanted the vineyard. The property is still skilfully managed by the Borie family, who have managed to maintain the exceptional quality of the production.
The considerable presence of cailloux (pebbles) in the vineyard's soil, which is of course the origin of the château's name, contributes greatly to the wine's quality.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 bottle
Level 1 NormalObservation 1 NormalOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: yes
Alcohol percentage: 13.5 %
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Saint-Julien
Classification: Second wine
Owner: Famille Borie
Vintage: 2017
Colour: red
Peak drinking window: drink until 2027
Service temperature: 16°
Volume: 85000 bottles
Intensity: classic
Leading aroma: black fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine