Chateau Brane Cantenac 2018

A distinguished Margaux with expressive aromas of cassis, blackberry, violet, graphite, cedar, and refined spice. Silky tannins, vibrant freshness, and exceptional precision create a beautifully balanced Bordeaux with remarkable elegance and outstanding aging potential.

Food Pairing: Pair with beef Wellington, roast lamb, duck breast, venison, truffle dishes, aged Comté, or wild mushroom risotto.

96 Points - Jeb Dunnuck

A blend of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot, aged 18 months in 70% new French oak, the 2018 Château Brane-Cantenac is another outstanding release from the estate. Deep, rich and textured, it offers layers of currants and cassis intertwined with violets, spring flowers, graphite and tobacco. Medium- to full-bodied, with a broad, layered palate, remarkable purity, ripe tannins and a blockbuster finish. It may even have additional upside with further aging.

96 Points - Wine Enthusiast

This estate continues to establish itself among the finest in Margaux. The 2018 combines elegant black fruits, rich tannins and impressive structure with vibrant freshness and dense texture. Built for the future. Drink from 2027.

95 Points - Decanter

Deep blackberry fruit and rich chocolate notes are beautifully balanced with impressive depth and complexity. Packed with flavor, this wine carries excellent energy and drive across the palate. The blend includes 1% Petit Verdot, with no Carménère in the Grand Vin. Aged in 70% new oak. Drinking Window: 2026–2045.

94 Points - James Suckling

A ripe vintage showing aromas of dark cherries, black plums and graphite. Medium- to full-bodied with generous mid-palate fruit, fine-grained tannins and a long, linear finish. Blend of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot.

93 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The 2018 Brane-Cantenac is medium to deep garnet-purple in color, bursting with aromas of kirsch, black raspberries and warm cassis, alongside hints of roses, forest floor, cinnamon stick and cedar. The medium-bodied palate is elegant, fresh and beautifully balanced at just 13.5% alcohol, delivering vibrant red and black fruit flavors, silky tannins and a long, perfumed finish. An impressive wine.