Chateau Branaire-Ducru, Saint-Julien, France 2018 Italy and violet nuances developing with

and violet nuances developing with air

The Criss Cross Old Vine Zinfandel has delicious flavors of black cherries and berry jam

From Chardonnay vines in the Grand Cru village of Cramant

Attractive citrus character on the finish

Dark fruit with cedar and herbal notes on the nose

Chateau Branaire-Ducru, Saint-Julien, France 2018 Italy and violet nuances developing withVery attractive aromas of currants, tile and sandalwood with black and red currants. Its full bodied with a tight, dense center palate that remains closed in and tight. Yet there is underlying seriousness and length to this. Perhaps the greatest Branaire Ducru ever made. 97 Pts James Suckling