94 pts - Wine Advocate
["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-o
97 pts - Wine Spectator
["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 20
94 pts - Vinous
["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