Winemakers Notes
Ducru-Beaucaillou, love of the land and hedonism For 300 years, six families have nurtured an indelible bond with Château Ducru-Beaucaillou. They are forever captives of this prestigious estate; the Desjean, Bergeron, Ducru, Johnston, Desbarat, or finally the Borie's families were never short of praise for it. Today, the resident owner Bruno-Eugène Borie, 3rd generation at the helm of the estate, cultivates the lands of this 2nd Classified Growth in 1855 and his French art of living with passion and rigour. La Croix Ducru-Beaucaillou, a high-flying second wine LA CROIX DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU is an original expression of the terroirs of Ducru-Beaucaillou, a blend that gives pride of place to Cabernet-Sauvignon and is one of a kind. Ducru-Beaucaillou’s elitist approach is fully at work here. As is a passion, that of a team dedicated to excellence. A high-flying wine that perfectly expresses its terroir of exception. A great cuvée that stimulates, then captivates the senses; it is the perfect introduction to the Borie signature. 2021 vintage, authentic wines The video of the vintage: https://bit.ly/CroixDucruBeaucaillou2021 For 2021, the teams were once again servants to the forces and the wills of Mother Nature reminded them of her power. This season, the most crucial elements was to be close to the plant and its ecosystem. Their goal was to help nature to produce the best of herself. The result of these efforts is a portfolio of exciting wines that have genuine authenticity and a sens of place. With modest alcohol levels (12,5%) and pitch-perfect acidities, the wines of 2021 are contemporary classics. Theses wines fully express their respective terroirs; the vineyards gave their DNA and distinctive signatures in 2021! 2021 La Croix Ducru-Beaucaillou, an aristocratic silhouette Deep ruby with beguiling nose combining impressively pure black fruit, cassis, bramble, and cherries, with nuances of cocoa bean, cardamon and clove, and a touch of crushed gravel. The palate is full-bodied and finely balanced with a firm core of polished, very pliant tannins, perfectly defined black fruits, and pitch perfect acidity. The finish is nuanced, highly perfumed, and persistent. An aristocratic silhouette.