Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou 2010 alfrocheiro-preto and Rosé petal perfume and

and Rosé petal perfume and flavours

The vineyards face southwest and the soil is very similar to that of the grand cru sites

round and fleshy

The fruit is hand harvested with multiple passes through the vineyards and the wine spends 11 months on fine lees

After stainless steel fermentations

Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou 2010 alfrocheiro-preto and Rosé petal perfume andProfound dark violet in color, with notes of black fruits and a hint of spices on the nose. The palate is round and luscious, with an imposing structure that is fleshy but nicely buttressed by acidity. The tannins are sauve and velvety. The finish is fleshy and impressively persistent. Blend: 90% Cabernet Sauvingon, 10% Merlot