Le Petit Ducru de Ducru-Beaucaillou 2018
93/100
James Suckling
91/100
Jeb Dunnuck
91/100
Decanter
90/100
Robert Parker
90/100
Vinous
“A newcomer to the Ducru-Beaucaillou estate, the wine Le Petit Ducru was formerly known as Lalande-Borie. [...] Deep garnet in color, it bursts from the glass with wonderfully pure aromas of black and red currants, black raspberries, and blackberries, as well as hints of tobacco leaf, bay leaf, and fertile soil. Medium-bodied to full-bodied, the palate delivers flavors of juicy black fruits that fill the mouth with supple tannins and just enough freshness, finishing with a herbaceous note.” (Wine Advocate 2020) Delivered in a wooden case for all orders of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding the “Point Relais” delivery method)
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Eye
Intense color, velvety purple-red
Nose
Complex, a beautiful expression of the freshness of Cabernets, with stewed red fruit and well-controlled oak notes
Palate
Elegant and well-balanced, with a beautiful finish and length
Serve
At 15-17°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2030
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with red meat, game, aged cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 5*Stars (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the estate:
Since 2003, Bruno Borie—with the invaluable assistance of Éric Boissenot as his winemaking consultant—has helped this renowned cru regain its former glory, rivaling and sometimes even surpassing certain premiers crus. The second wine, La Croix-de-Beaucaillou—which includes the remarkable vineyards of the former Terrey Gros Cailloux—has finally joined the ranks of the best in its category since 2005. A third Saint-Julien, Lalande-Borie—a long-established and highly regarded brand in the wine trade—is a supple, elegant, and early-drinking wine made from vines that belonged to Château Lagrange in 1855.
Decanter
Wine rated 91/100
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2021 guide) 90/100 (Excellent wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
A newcomer to the Ducru-Beaucaillou estate, the wine Le Petit Ducru was formerly known as Lalande-Borie. It is essentially a third wine, made from a portion of the Ducru-Beaucaillou vineyard. The 2018 Le Petit Ducru is a blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. It was aged for 12 months in barrels, one-third of which were new oak. It has an alcohol content of 14.5%. Deep garnet in color, it bursts from the glass with wonderfully pure aromas of black and red currants, black raspberries, and blackberries, as well as hints of tobacco leaf, bay leaf, and fertile soil. Medium-bodied to full-bodied, the palate delivers flavors of juicy black fruits that fill the mouth with supple tannins and just enough freshness, finishing with a herbaceous note.
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2020 guide): 3* Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience.)
About the estate:
Lovers of great, classic Médoc wines will find what they’re looking for with Ducru-Beaucaillou. Bruno Borie manages this superb estate with talent and determination; in recent years, he has positioned it among the top Bordeaux wines. Never flashy, nor over-extracted nor overly powerful, these wines shine for their distinction and the silky texture of their body. These are deep, easy-drinking, and well-balanced Medoc wines. Be warned, however: since a Ducru-Beaucaillou only fully reveals itself with age, it’s always a shame to taste it too early; its great freshness on the finish and the elegant texture of its tannins are a testament to the exceptional character of its terroir. Croix de Beaucaillou, the château’s former second wine, is now a cru in its own right, with its own dedicated vineyard plots.
Vinous
Wine rated 90/100
James Suckling
Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100
Rated "Recommended"
About the wine:
Aromas of blackberry and blueberry, with notes of black licorice and dark violets, leading into a medium- to full-bodied wine with ultra-fine tannins and a lovely finish. Very fine texture. Best enjoyed after 2024.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated 91/100