Reviews & Ratings

2004 Chateau Brane Cantenac French - Bordeaux

Winery: Chateau Brane Cantenac

Vintage: 2004

Wine Name/Vineyard:

Wine Category: French - Bordeaux

Grape blend: 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, & 5% Cabernet Franc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Margaux

State or country: France

Price: $49

Cases produced: 15,000

KWG Score: 89.8 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93.99-90)

Review date: October 9, 2008

Wine Review: Are you looking for a reasonably priced Bordeaux? Step back to the 2004 vintage and try this one. This dark purple wine opens with a light black cherry bouquet with a touch of spice and oak. On the palate, this wine is smooth, elegant, and soft with tasty cherry like flavors. The finish is quite dry with well managed tannins that linger for a little while. This Bordeaux definitely has a modern style to it. I would pair nicely with prime rib. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: A beautiful, deep purple color. A clean nose with notes of fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant) toast, tobacco, flowers (violets) and spices. A full attack, a tight-knit, velvety texture on the palate, offering also a great suppleness. The finish is long, persistent and gives out lingering notes of toast and fruits.

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