Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 2eme Cru 2003

Lobenberg: Üppiges Rubinrot mit schwarzen Reflexen. Erstaunlich schwarzbeerige und sehr verschlossene Nase. Auch im Mund für Ducru ungewöhnlich viel schwarze Frucht, dennoch sehr klassischer Aufbau mit sehr guter Länge und guter Fülle. Sehr guter, wenn auch kein ganz großer Wein. 94+/100

Suckling: An incredible nose, with insane richness and notes of spices, leather, and sultanas. Full-bodied, with an amazing concentration of fruit and velvety tannins. A real blockbuster, lots of material here. 97/100 (2011)

Parker: Produced the very first year that Bruno Borie took over management of the estate, there was no leaf thinning in July during this notoriously hot summer, allowing for more shade on the bunches. Medium to deep garnet in color with a touch of brick, the 2003 Ducru-Beaucaillou reveals opulent notes of Indian spices, cigar box, sandalwood and licorice with a crème de cassis and plum preserves core plus a hint of rose oil. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a firm, chewy texture and lovely freshness delivering a very long, spicy finish. 94/100 (2020)