Chateau Branaire-Ducru, Saint-Julien, France 2016 Vina Vik giving a streak of freshness

giving a streak of freshness to the solid texture and structure

"This wine was made in 2011 and 2012 but not in 2013

Hints of cotton candy

Powerful and meaty with an excellent bouquet that remains on post nasal

yet floral

Chateau Branaire-Ducru, Saint-Julien, France 2016 Vina Vik giving a streak of freshnessThe core of this red is loaded with pure plum, blueberry and black currant fruit flavors. The polished structure is integrated, with alluring ganache, anise and sweet tobacco notes throughout, all in a polished and balanced frame. A very classy red that isn't shy about its power but pushes its purity to the fore. 96 Pts Wine Spectator