Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou 2010 alfrocheiro-preto Brings to mind cherries

Brings to mind cherries

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

Notes of citrus and chilled yellow-fleshed and stone fruit

sourced from four highland vineyards around Haro and Villalba

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

Chateau Ducru-Beaucaillou 2010 alfrocheiro-preto Brings to mind cherriesProfound 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