Château Ducru-Beaucaillou – Vinumlector https://test.vinumlector.com Wine Experience Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:29:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.3 https://test.vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/logo-White-100x100.png Château Ducru-Beaucaillou – Vinumlector https://test.vinumlector.com 32 32 Le Petit Caillou by Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, Saint-Julien https://test.vinumlector.com/our-wine/france/bordeaux/saint-julien/le-petit-caillou-by-chateau-ducru-beaucaillou-saint-julien/ Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:28:52 +0000 https://test.vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10463 VARIETALS 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot VINTAGE 2017  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%

APPEARANCE
Deep garnet color.

NOSE
Aromas of crushed blackberries, cassis, and black soil, accented by hints of tar and dried herbs.

PALATE
It has a medium-bodied palate with firm and chewy tannins, a lively backbone, and a herbal lift to the finish. Voluptuous and forward, the 2017 Le Petit Caillou offers notable intensity, breadth and volume.

AGEING
Aged in oak barrels for approximately 12 months, with one-third new oak.

PAIRING
Its approachable, fruit-driven style pairs well with roast lamb, beef Wellington, duck breast, grilled vegetables and aged cheeses such as mature cheddar or Roquefort.

RATINGS

90pts

90pts

4.1

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VARIETALS 58% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Petit Verdot VINTAGE 2017  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%

APPEARANCE
Immediately captivating with its deep purple color and black core.

NOSE
The wine displays a beautiful bouquet of pure aromas of blackcurrant and ripe plum, punctuated by notes of black cherry liqueur.

PALATE
Powerful, perfectly structured, the palate displays a perfect balance of tannins and acidity, while the finish lingers with a tasty length, punctuated by notes of red fruits.
A flamboyant, seductive Saint-Julien.

AGEING
Aged in 60% new French oak barrels for one year.

PAIRING
Excellent with meat first courses, grilled meats, lamb and game. And herbal cheeses.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Drink from 2020 and until 2033.

RATINGS

94pts

93pts

93pts

4.2

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