Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 2008

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Classification Dèuxieme Cru Classé
Type Red
Brand Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou
Vintage 2008
Country France
Region Bordeaux, St. Julien
Grape Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume 0,75
Condition Perfect
Label Perfect
Drinkable -2020
Stock 0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (96)

One of the stars of the vintage, and a remarkable achievement in 2008, with impressive richness, this dense purple colored wine is almost as opaque as the 2010. Spring flowers, crushed rocks, creme de cassis and some subtle oak are followed by a full-bodied, concentrated wine that transcends the vintage character in its power, richness, and aging potential. It also exhibits tremendous precision, purity, and depth of character. It is more forward than the 2010 is likely to be, but probably not as sumptuous as the 2009 will turn out to be. This is a wine to buy. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2035.

Winespectator (92)

This is dark and brooding, with a tarry wall holding the black currant, melted licorice and espresso notes at bay for now. Extra roasted sage, cedar and briar push in on the finish, which shows an old-school hint. Rock-solid.

Rene Gabriel (18)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.


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