Chateau Brane-Cantenac • Margaux, France
Château Brane-Cantenac is the grand vin of this historic Margaux second growth, a Cabernet Sauvignon–led blend (typicall…Château Brane-Cantenac is the grand vin of this historic Margaux second growth, a Cabernet Sauvignon–led blend (typically with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a touch of Carmenère/Petit Verdot) grown on deep gravel soils that give the wine its h…Learn More »
$150
/750ml
2009 Retail Average
92
/100
2009 Pro Rating
Generous and polished, the 2009 Chateau Brane-Cantenac layers ripe plum and blackberry fruit with gentle baking spice, a touch of dark chocolate and a lifted, leafy freshness that keeps it from ever feeling heavy. Silky tannins and a long, composed finish show why this acclaimed, sun-soaked vintage is often compared to the estate’s best wines, offering both immediate charm and real depth.
Roast lamb with rosemary, dry-aged ribeye steak, duck breast with a red wine reduction
Château Brane-Cantenac is the grand vin of this historic Margaux second growth, a Cabernet Sauvignon–led blend (typically with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a touch of Carmenère/Petit Verdot) grown on deep gravel soils that give the wine its hallmark finesse and perfume. Stylistically, it is known for its aromatic florality, refined black and red fruit, and silky yet structured tannins, combining classic Left Bank elegance with the capacity to age gracefully over decades.