Branaire Ducru other_regions with a sweet core of

with a sweet core of mature fruit

An exuberantly spicy

It has aged better than Les Asteries and I would be inclined to drink this over the next 5-7 years

The toasty quality gains strength with air and carries through an impressively long

stony and reserved nose features spice

Branaire Ducru other_regions with a sweet core ofThe 1996 Branaire Ducru is a delightful vintage and represents the pinnacle of that decade. It has an exquisite bouquet that is defined and focused, blackberry, pencil lead, tobacco and a touch of chimney soot after time. The palate is very pure with really fine tannin. There is a sense of panache and class about this 1996, detailed and utterly harmonious with hints of blue fruit towards the Margaux like finish. Classic Branaire Ducru. Tasted at the