Chateau Grand-Puy Ducasse
Ducasse Pauillac Grand Cru Classé 2021
| Denomination | AOC Pauillac |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Bordeaux (France) |
| Grape varieties | 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barrels (75% new barriques each vintage) for a period between 16 and 18 months depending on the vintage. |
- Name and vintage: Pauillac AOC Bordeaux, still red wine 2021, 0.75 l, 13.5% vol
- Classic blend: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc
- Vinification and oak: 3 weeks maceration, aged 16-18 months in barriques (75% new)
- Aroma and taste: notes of red fruit, violet and spices; precise palate and integrated tannins
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour at 16-18°C; ideal with red meats, lamb and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Chateau Grand Puy Ducasse Pauillac Grand Cru Classe is an elegant still red Bordeaux blend, a true expression of the Pauillac terroir. Produced by Château Grand-Puy Ducasse, it is crafted from a combination of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes. It displays a deep, brilliant ruby colour. The nose reveals a complex bouquet with aromas of ripe red fruit, violet and a lively minerality. On the palate, it offers a medium body and a clean sip, enriched by notes of blackcurrant, cedar, graphite and fine wood, supported by mature, well-integrated tannins that provide great harmony.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in Pauillac, a renowned area of Bordeaux. The estate covers three large vineyard parcels, cultivated with a high planting density and vines with an average age of twenty-five years. The chosen terroir is characterised by the gravelly soils of the Garonne with a siliceous-gravelly composition, ideal for enhancing the qualities of the grapes. The hilly outcrops ensure optimal conditions for vine development. The historic property boasts the Grand Cru Classé classification, a prestigious recognition reflecting a deep winemaking dedication dating back to 1675.
How it is produced
Production begins in the vineyard with a rigorous manual harvest and careful selection of the bunches. The grapes undergo maceration for about three weeks, a crucial technique for controlled extraction of aromas, colour and structure. Afterwards, the wine matures for sixteen to eighteen months in French oak barrels, many of which are new. This slow ageing process allows the spicy components to integrate perfectly, resulting in a sip with a precise and clean attack, elegant and balanced, finishing with a savoury and persistent aftertaste.
History and Curiosities
Classified as a Grand Cru Classé in 1855, Château Grand-Puy Ducasse is a prestigious estate in Pauillac whose origins date back to 1675. The estate stands on the exceptional siliceous gravel of the Garonne, a prime soil for vineyards with an average age of 25 years. The 2021 vintage demonstrates the winemaking expertise in managing a complex climate, resulting in an outstanding wine that matures for 16-18 months in fine French oak barrels. This wine, born from meticulous manual harvesting, combines its noble heritage with extraordinary longevity.
Awards
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2021
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
94/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
| Name | Chateau Grand Puy Ducasse Pauillac Grand Cru Classe 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Pauillac AOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Vendor | Chateau Grand-Puy Ducasse |
| Story | History and Curiosities Classified as a Grand Cru Classé in 1855, Château Grand-Puy Ducasse is a prestigious estate in Pauillac whose origins date back to 1675. The estate stands on the exceptional siliceous gravel of the Garonne, a prime soil for vineyards with an average age of 25 years. The 2021 vintage demonstrates the winemaking expertise in managing a complex climate, resulting in an outstanding wine that matures for 16 8 months in fine French oak barrels. This wine, born from meticulous manual harvesting, combines its noble heritage with extraordinary longevity. |
| Origin | Pauillac (France) |
| Soil composition | Silico-gravelly Garonne gravel soils |
| Plants per hectare | 10000 |
| Fermentation | Approximately 3 weeks |
| Production technique | Exclusively hand-harvested; maceration for approximately 3 weeks; ageing in French oak barrels for 16 8 months (75% new barriques). |
| Wine making | Hand-harvested exclusively; maceration of about 3 weeks; ageing in French oak barrels for 16 8 months (75% new barriques each vintage). |
| Aging | Aged in French oak barrels (75% new barriques each vintage) for a period between 16 and 18 months depending on the vintage. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |