2009 La Croix de Beaucaillou, St Julien

The 2009 Croix de Beaucaillou is full of pure, succulent dark cherry fruit. Dense and ripe but very juicy, this has layers of depth and an intriguing, mineral complexity. Very supple tannins define this lovely wine and its ultra-smooth texture allows it to glide effortlessly across the palate.

Black red, really good depth of fruit and totally polished Saint-Julien style with spice and grip due to high proportion of ripe Cabernet Sauvignon.
(Steven Spurrier - Decanter - April 2010)

75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot. From the centre of the appellation area and all the young vines too. Deep crimson. Lively and fresh on the nose. Sleek, polished, very sweet and frank – black fruits on the palate. 60% new oak. Dries out a bit on the finish. A little exaggerated. Cool and drying on the finish.
(Jancis Robinson MW - jancisrobinson.com - April 2010)

Ducru Beaucaillou’s second wine, the 2009 Croix de Beaucaillou, is a thrill to taste. Made from a single vineyard, it exhibits a dense purple color along with a creamy texture and loads of creme de cassis fruit intertwined with notions of charcoal, incense, and spice. Round, generous, and opulent, it can be drunk now or cellared for 15+ years. (Tasted once.)
(Robert Parker - Wine Advocate - April 2010)