Baron de Brane
AOC Margaux
The name of our second wine honors Baron Jacques-Maxime de Brane, who owned the estate in the 19th century. Blended from vats carefully selected for their suppleness, it is aged just like the First Wine, but for a 12-month period.
Situation
covers 75 hectares
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Merlot 40%, Cabernet Franc 4.5% and Carmenère 0.5%
Soil
Deep, gravelly and mineral-rich soils
Ageing
12 months in 30% new French oak
Available Vintages
Alcohol
13°
Blending
58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc
Description
Garnet-colored, showing signs of a good evolution in bottle. Strong leather, white tobacco and cassis on the nose. In the mouth this wine has classic Medoc characteristics: tight tannins and excellent length. A vintage to hold on to
Tasting
“Beautiful deep red with purple-blue tints. Pleasant nose marrying floral and fruity notes, a touch of liquorice and blackcurrant, focused after swirling. On the palate, a seductive, full, aromatic yet also quite characterful wine.” – Gilbert & Gaillard
Alcohol
13.5°
Blending
53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 47% Merlot
Description
Attractive dark red hue with a highly aromatic nose typical of Margaux. In the mouth, a tight, smooth attack with a very fine balance of delicateness and soft, rounded tannins
Tasting
“Baron de Brane – Blackberry, oak and coca scents open to an easy to drink, fresh, medium-bodied Margaux wine”. – The Wine Cellar Insider
Alcohol
13°
Blending
65.4% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 0.6 Carmenère
Description
Superb nose very expressive and bursting with fruits. Intense wild strawberries and licorice nose, with a touch of menthol and caramel. Beautiful finesse and aromatic richness. Straightforward in mouth, with firm yet elegant tannins. Long and dense backbone with a very nice volume and a lot of freshness. Concentrated aromatic aftertaste with floral and chocolaty notes. Long and powerful finish, remarkable tannic structure. A sexy and powerful wine!
Tasting
“Strong ruby garnet, violet reflections, wider water rim, fine, inviting nuances of heart cherries, a hint of vanilla, delicate of mandarin zest. Juicy, elegant, feminine, red berry style, integrated tannins, fresh structure, subtle sweetness in the finish, accessible and versatile.” – Falstaff magazine
