La Croix Ducru Beaucaillou 2015 75cl

La Croix Ducru Beaucaillou 2015 is a red Bordeaux wine, AOC Saint-Julien, combining elegance and refined tannic structure. Serve between 16 and 18°C to fully reveal its aromas of black fruit and spices.
General Information

Wine name: La Croix de Beaucaillou 2015
Château / Estate: Château Ducru-Beaucaillou
Appellation: Saint-Julien, Bordeaux, France (AOC)
Volume: 75 cl
Type: Red wine
Classification: Château second wine (Second wine) with Grande Réserve designation
Viticultural method: Sustainable agriculture, hand-harvesting, rigorous sorting of the bunches 

Alcohol content: 13.5% 

Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon: 52–70% 

Merlot: 25–45% 

Petit Verdot: 2–3% 

Cabernet Franc: 5% according to some sources 

Tasting and Aromas
Appearance: Deep violet-carmin 

Nose: Elegant floral notes, with aromas of black fruit (cherries, blueberries), wilted violets, cedar, tobacco, vanilla, and graphite 

Palate: Medium to moderately full-bodied structure, fine and polished tannins, balanced acidity, harmonious and silky texture, long and remarkable finish 

Vinification and Aging
Vinification: Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with gentle extractions and moderate pump-overs 

Aging: 18 months in French oak barrels, with 50 to 80% new oak depending on the vintage 

Current aging stage: Maturity (2020–2025), projected peak 2026–2041 

Terroir Characteristics
Soil: Deep gravels 6 to 8 m deep on Tertiary substrate (limestone and Oligocene muds)
Microclimate: Proximity to the Gironde estuary, protecting the vines from frost and hail 

Planting density: 10,000 vines/ha, average vine age ≈ 40 years

Serving Suggestions and Food Pairings
Ideal serving temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: Recommended 1 to 2 hours before tasting 

Food pairings: Grilled or roasted red meats (ribeye steak, duck breast), rich sauced dishes (Boeuf Bourguignon, beef daube), leg of lamb for a regional touch 

La Croix Ducru Beaucaillou 2015 stands out for its finesse, aromatic richness, and remarkable longevity, confirming the excellence of this great Bordeaux wine 
Bordeaux Tradition