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2023 Ch Brane-Cantenac 2ème Cru Margaux - 6x75cl
06C3BRAC6PK _ 2023 - Ch Brane-Cantenac 2ème Cru Margaux - 6x75cl
  • Colour Red
  • Producer Château Brane-Cantenac
  • Region Margaux
  • Drinking 2031 - 2060
  • Case size 6x75cl
  • Available En Primeur

2023 - Ch Brane-Cantenac 2ème Cru Margaux - 6x75cl

  • Colour Red
  • Producer Château Brane-Cantenac
  • Region Margaux
  • Drinking 2031 - 2060
  • Case size 6x75cl
  • Available En Primeur

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  • Neal Martin, April 2024, Score: 93-95

    The 2023 Brane-Cantenac was picked from September 4 to October 2 at 45.7hL/ha with the highest IPT (Indice de Polyphénols Totaux, a measurement of tannin) ever with respect to the Merlot, which underwent some saignée in tank. Matured entirely in new oak, it has wonderful delineation on the nose, quite floral with pressed violets infusing the lifted black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a silky-smooth entry and a silver bead of acidity. Pure black fruit infused with graphite lends this Pauillac-like attributes, sustained on the finish, as usual. This is a very classical Brane-Cantenac— a worthy follow-up to the 2022. Drink 2029-2050.

  • Neal Martin, April 2024, Score: 93-95

    The 2023 Brane-Cantenac was picked from September 4 to October 2 at 45.7hL/ha with the highest IPT (Indice de Polyphénols Totaux, a measurement of tannin) ever with respect to the Merlot, which underwent some saignée in tank. Matured entirely in new oak, it has wonderful delineation on the nose, quite floral with pressed violets infusing the lifted black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a silky-smooth entry and a silver bead of acidity. Pure black fruit infused with graphite lends this Pauillac-like attributes, sustained on the finish, as usual. This is a very classical Brane-Cantenac— a worthy follow-up to the 2022. Drink 2029-2050.

  • Antonio Galloni, April 2024, Score: 94-96

    The 2023 Brane-Cantenac is a sensual, silky wine. There's plenty of depth and structure behind that, but the first impression is most definitely one of elegance. Crushed flowers, spice and dried herbs meld into a core of super-expressive, dark, red-toned fruit. The 100% new oak is impeccably balanced within the wine’s frame. Brane-Cantenac remains one of the best relative values in Bordeaux, or anywhere, for that matter. This is a fine effort from proprietor Henri Lurton and his team. Drink 2033-2063.

  • Wine Advocate, April 2024, Score: 93-95

    The 2023 Brane-Cantenac is a blend of 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot (which saw some saignée), 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Carmenère and 1% Petit Verdot, and it completed its malolactic fermentation in barrels as has been the rule at this estate since the 1990s. Offering up aromas of dark cherries, cassis and spices framed by creamy new oak, it's medium to full-bodied, rich and fleshy, with a creamy core of fruit and a long, gently lactic finish.

  • James Suckling, April 2024, Score: 95-96

    This shows very pretty fruit and ultra-fine tannins that have an almost al-dente sense to them. It has a medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh, vivid finish. The tannin quality is exceptional.

  • Matthew Jukes, May 2024, Score: 18.5+

    While so many Margaux seem disjointed, overly oaky or just a little underripe, Brane-Cantenac shows calmness and quality from the very first moment it hits the palate. Considering there is a mighty 100% new oak employed here, this is an impeccably well-turned-out creation. It shows wonderfully exotic tones over a dark berry core and teasing spices, and a stunning, sooty, fine-grained finish makes this a theatre production like no other! In fact, I think it is one of my favourite B-C vintages for a very long time!

  • William Kelley, April 2024, Score: 93-95

    Henri Lurton’s attention to detail in his vineyard management and winemaking shines through in a tremendous Brane Cantenac in 2023. Fruit for the Grand Vin is harvested from only the very best parcels, and the 2023 cuvée is sourced from vines planted on the Medoc's fabled ‘Terrace Four’, home to only the greatest of classified growths. Mocha and freshly ground coffee bean leap from the glass. A bolder and more powerful wine on the palate than I was expecting, with a very tight core. This resembles some of the historical Branes that are built for the longer term, rather than being made for drinking in its youth. Patience in the cellar will be rewarded and this will be a classical Brane Cantenac for the future.

Producer

Château Brane-Cantenac

Château Brane-Cantenac is owned by a branch of the largest winemaking family in Bordeaux, the Lurtons. It was, however, originally created by the owner of Mouton Rothschild, Baron de Branne. After years of variable quality, it started improving in the late 1990s and began to create wines which captured Robert Parker's attention. He described Château Brane-Cantenac as "one of the stars of Margaux, if not Bordeaux" and their ...Read more

Château Brane-Cantenac is owned by a branch of the largest winemaking family in Bordeaux, the Lurtons. It was, however, originally created by the owner of Mouton Rothschild, Baron de Branne. After years of variable quality, it started improving in the late 1990s and began to create wines which captured Robert Parker's attention. He described Château Brane-Cantenac as "one of the stars of Margaux, if not Bordeaux" and their 2003 as "one of the best bargain-priced classified growths".Read less

Region

Margaux

Plump, silky and seductive are the words often used to describe wines from Margaux. Because of their style, they tend to be user friendly and more approachable when young. This is in part due to its terroir which is comprised of the thinnest soil as well as the highest proportion of chunky gravel in all of the Médoc. It drains well but also is it more susceptible to vintage variation. Margaux wines tend to have the highest proportions of Merlot within the core of the Médoc further adding to their ample roundness and openness. Margaux is home to the largest number of classified growths including its namesake first growth, Château Margaux, as well as third growths, Palmer and d'Issan.

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