Le Petit Ducru de Ducru-Beaucaillou 2020

Le Petit Ducru 2020 : A Refined Saint-Julien Red

“Aromas of blackcurrants, blackberries and fresh flowers follow through to a medium body, with juicy and round tannins that show a delicious intensity. Currants and berries. Fresh and focused. 78% merlot and 18% cabernet, the rest petit verdot. Drink after 2026.” - James Suckling 93

Decanter 93 (drinking window 2024 - 2032)

Le Petit Ducru de Ducru-Beaucaillou 2020 is a distinguished red wine from the Saint-Julien appellation in Bordeaux, France. As the third wine of the esteemed Château Ducru-Beaucaillou estate, it offers an accessible yet elegant expression of the property's terroir. This vintage is predominantly Merlot, complemented by 18% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Petit Verdot.

The wine presents a deep ruby color with purple highlights, indicative of its youthful vibrancy. On the nose, it reveals an expressive bouquet dominated by aromas of sweet plums, cassis, raw cocoa, pencil shavings, and creamy new oak. The palate is medium to full-bodied, featuring fleshy and layered flavors framed by powdery tannins that assert themselves on the finish.

Critics have lauded the 2020 vintage for its quality and approachability. William Kelley of Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it 90 points, noting its "classy, seductive" profile with "red and black fruit with subtle forest and saline notes on the palate."

This wine is versatile and pairs well with a variety of dishes, including grilled meats, hearty stews, and aged cheeses. Its refined profile makes it suitable for both immediate enjoyment and further aging.

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