Chateau Branaire-Ducru, Saint-Julien, France 2016 Valravn supple and layered feel on

supple and layered feel on the palate

moreish finish

attractive finish

Josep and Joan d'Anguera craft this old vine Garnacha from vineyards that have been planted in Montsant since the 1820s

and just the right combination of fleshy and lean

Chateau Branaire-Ducru, Saint-Julien, France 2016 Valravn supple and layered feel onThe core of this red is loaded with pure plum, blueberry and black currant fruit flavors. The polished structure is integrated, with alluring ganache, anise and sweet tobacco notes throughout, all in a polished and balanced frame. A very classy red that isn't shy about its power but pushes its purity to the fore. 96 Pts Wine Spectator