Branaire Ducru - 2006 (750ml) Super Tuscan (IGT) Mourvedre and small dollops of

Mourvedre and small dollops of the other authorized varietals

powerful Conn Valley Cabernet Sauvignon from dry-farmed hillside vineyards and extremely low yields

followed by hints of

It should easily have a 30 year lifespan

satin textured

Branaire Ducru - 2006 (750ml) Super Tuscan (IGT) Mourvedre and small dollops ofProprietor Patrick Maroteaux continues to ratchet up the quality level at this impeccably run St. Julien estate. The 2006 is similar to the 1996 Branaire, but with sweeter fruit. A deep ruby purple hue precedes a perfumed nose of sweet boysenberries, black cherries, minerals, spring flowers, and a hint of pain grille in the background. Fresh, savory, medium to full bodied flavors coat the palate with beautiful purity, no hard edges, ripe tannin, and