Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Duclot |
Label Name: | Bordeaux Case Collection |
Vintage: | 2009 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Bordeaux |
Volume: | 9x 750ml |
ABV: | 14% |
Grape(s): | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot (Bordeaux blend) |
Acidity: | 3 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 5 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Varies by individual bottle in the case; the 2009 Bordeaux vintage was widely acclaimed with many Classified Growths and top estates receiving 90+ point scores from major critics (e. g. , Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator)
Tasting Note
Opulent blackcurrant and plum fruit with cassis, dark cherry, cedar, tobacco, and cocoa notes. Ripe tannins, vanilla oak and spice; concentrated, plush texture with balanced acidity and a long, savory finish.
Food Pairing
Roast beef, lamb, aged hard cheeses, braised short ribs; Asian: Peking duck, char siu (BBQ pork), beef bulgogi, rich mushroom hot pot.
Production Method
Traditional Bordeaux vinification: destemmed/fermented in stainless steel or concrete vats, extended maceration, blended and aged 12–24 months in French oak barriques before bottling.
Vineyard Info
Groupe Duclot is a historic Bordeaux négociant (founded 1886) owned by the Moueix family since 1956, specialising in fine wine sourcing, distribution and curated case collections.