MADAME DE BEAUCAILLOU of Ch. Ducru-Beaucaillou Haut-Medoc 2021/22 Bottle

Description

The Madame de Beaucaillou is a standout wine from Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, exemplifying the elegance and sophistication of the Bordeaux region. Scoring 93 points from James Suckling, it offers intense aromas of violets, fresh blue fruits, and blackberries, with precise tannins and a vibrant finish. Vinous rated it 92 points, praising its elegance and purity, with notes of crushed flowers, blood orange, and cinnamon. The Wine Advocate awarded it 89-91 points, highlighting its rich, concentrated palate with dark berry and plum aromas, framed by chewy tannins. With a blend of 66% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 11% Petit Verdot, this wine promises excellent aging potential and should be enjoyed from now anf for the next 15 years, showcasing a captivating character that reflects the estate's dedication to quality.

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2021
DECANTER 89 points
Some blackcurrant liqueur touches with perfumed aromatics. Smooth and round, this shows weight on the tongue with richness in terms of the blackcurrant and black cherry flavours. A lovely concentration and persistence with freshness at the end. No hollow mid-palate, really giving a consistency that goes all the way through. A soft chew from the tannins and tangy acidity, but all presented with refinement. Appealing and approachable, but still with intensity. Drinking Window 2024 - 2039

VINOUS 91 points
The 2021 Madame de Beaucaillou is terrific. Bold and savory, with gorgeous fruit presence, the 2021 turned out beautifully. Crushed flowers, spice, mint and a touch of orange peel all grace this exquisite Haut-Médoc. This is a stellar wine from the Borie family. - Antonio Galloni

JAMES SUCKLING 90-91 points
A juicy red with currant, graphite and tobacco character. Medium body. Firm tannins. 71% merlot, 15% cabernet sauvignon and 14% petit verdot.

THE WINE ADVOCATE (88-89) points
Reviewed by: William Kelley
From 50 hectares of vineyards in Listrac and Cussac, the 2021 Madame de Beaucaillou offers up aromas of dark berries, rich spices and loamy soil, followed by a medium-bodied, lively and charming palate that's underpinned by tangy acids. It's a Merlot-dominant blend complemented by 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Petit Verdot. Around one-third of the production was sold off in bulk to guarantee the quality of the assemblage. - Published: Apr 29, 2022

JANCIS ROBINSON 16 points
71% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Petit Verdot. Ex-Fourcas-Borie (in Listrac) with added fruit from Moulis and Cussac-Fort-Médoc. Cask sample.
Savoury and firm on the nose. Round, bright and succulent on the palate, the emphasis on the fruit. Structured and upright on the finish. Really quite delicious but for early-drinking pleasure. (JL)

2022
JAMES SUCKLING 93 points
Intense and deeply colored, with lots of violets, fresh blue fruit, blackberries and minerals. Really flavorful, with precise tannins and lovely firmness without chewiness. Long and concentrated but fresh and energetic. 66% merlot, 23% cabernet sauvignon and 11% petit verdot. Drink from 2028.
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VINOUS 92 points
The 2022 Madame de Beaucaillou is an elegant, polished wine. Crushed flowers, bright red-toned fruit, blood orange, cinnamon and white pepper are all beautifully lifted. Mid-weight and gracious, with terrific purity, the Madame de Beaucaillou is a gorgeous wine from proprietor Bruno Borie and his team at Ducru-Beaucaillou. - Antonio Galloni

THE WINE ADVOCATE (89-91) points
Reviewed by: William Kelley
The 2022 Madame de Beaucaillou offers up aromas of dark berries, plums and pencil shavings, followed by a medium to full-bodied, deep and fleshy palate that's quite rich and concentrated, with a juicy core of fruit framed by youthfully chewy tannins. It's a blend of 66% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Petit Verdot.

JANCIS ROBINSON 16 points
Muscular and modern. Deep purple-black hue. Plenty of ripe fruit but robust and firm as well. Slight chew on the finish. (JL)