Château Brane-Cantenac 2005

The elegance and suppleness of a Margaux wine

The estate

This vineyard, named "Hostein" in the 18th century, was already one of the most beautiful labels in the Médoc at that time. At the helm of the Château Brane-Cantenac since 1992, Henri Lurton passionately perpetuates the viticultural adventure begun by his ancestors, combining tradition with the modernity of infrastructures aimed at magnifying the identity of the wines from this exceptional terroir of the Margaux appellation.

The vineyard

Château Brane-Cantenac is a Margaux wine from a vineyard whose location within the Brane plateau terroir contributes to the elegant and aromatic signature of the estate's wines. The Grand Vin is made from plots of old vines located on the 4th terrace with the most clayey gravels, within a historic terroir covering an area of about 45 hectares.

Vinification and aging

Vinification in wooden vats before aging for 18 months in barrels (70% of which are new).

Blend

Cabernet sauvignon (51%), merlot (43%) and cabernet franc (6%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Château Brane-Cantenac 2005

Tasting

Nose
Intense and refined bouquet, mixing blackberry, eucalyptus, cedar, flowers and tobacco, with remarkable energy.

Palate
Assertive and silky, the palate is carried by tannins of great finesse that are beginning to soften. The fruity expression is accompanied by beautiful elegance and dazzling freshness. Persistent, the finish is marked by its delicate spicy nuances.

Service and aging

A decanting of 1h30 to 2h is recommended before serving at 18°C. This wine can wait in cellars until around 2035-2045.

Food and wine pairings

A guinea fowl stuffed with foie gras, accompanied by a truffle sauce is the ideal companion for this red wine.