This wine is of first-growth quality, not only from an intellectual perspective, but in its hedonistic characteristics. More open-knit and accessible than the extraordinary 1996, Ducru's 1995 exhibits a saturated ruby/purple color, followed by a knock-out nose of blueberry and black raspberry/cassis fruit intertwined with minerals, flowers, and subtle toasty new oak. Like its younger sibling, the wine possesses a sweet, rich mid-palate (from extract and ripeness, not sugar), layers of flavor, good delineation and grip, but generally unobtrusive tannin and acidity. It is a classic, compelling example of Ducru-Beaucaillou that should not be missed. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2025. - WA, RP (2/1998)
The greatest Ducru produced this century. Breathtaking aromas of berries, violets, vanilla and blackberries set the stage for a wine that's full-bodied and tannic, yet very fine and long in the mouth. This has fabulous structure for aging. Best after 2004. 18,000 cases made. - JS, WS
Deep, saturated color. Knockout nose combines pungent raspberry and cassis, minerals, iodine and a hint of fresh blood; some sexy high tones give this great appeal. Rich and thick in the mouth, but fresh and delineated, with lovely sweetness and superb flavor intensity. A faint sweaty/iron character and some tangy black cherry and boysenberry give the wine great inner-mouth aromatics. Here's a 1995 St. Julien that really coats the mouth and stains the palate. Beguiling and compelling wine.- Stephen Tanzer (5/1996)
Producer: Ducru Beaucaillou
Vintage: 1995
Varietal: Red Blend
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Sub-Region: Medoc
Appellation: St Julien
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