Château Brane Cantenac
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Château Brane-Cantenac is a standout Margaux (Second Growth) which balances high-intensity, ripe black fruit with the appellation’s signature elegance.
- Henri Lurton has dedicated this wine to his father, Lucien.
- The wine features fine-grained tannins and benefits from old vine Cabernet Sauvignon.
- Careful cap management during fermentation yields deep, structural tannins that should last 25 to 30 years.
Varietals: 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Carmenère, 1% Petit Verdot
Elaboration: Extraction of the small berries was carefully controlled. Vinification took place in oak casks. The wine was aged for 18 months in 100% new French oak barrels.
Tasting Notes: Magnificently fruity, fleshy, dense, and immensely long wine, with rich, velvety tannins. Very fresh and perfectly balanced.
PRESS
2021 – 95 James Suckling | 93 Wine Advocate | 92 Vinous | 91 Jeb Dunnuck
2022 – 99 Jeb Dunnuck | 98 Vinous | 97 James Suckling | 97 Falstaff | 96 Wine Enthusiast | 94 Wine Advocate
2023 – 96 Jeb Dunnuck | 94 Vinous
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Château Brane-Cantenac is a prestigious Second Growth winery in Bordeaux’s Margaux appellation, recognized as “the first of the seconds” in the 1855 Classification. Owned by Henri Lurton, the estate focuses on modern vinification and sustainable practices, with over 20% of its land farmed organically. Known for its elegant Cabernet Sauvignon, the winery highlights the unique terroir of its plots, solidifying its reputation in Bordeaux.