2016 Chateau Brane-Cantenac, 2eme Cru Classe, Margaux

Henri Lurton’s management of Brane-Cantenac centers on a disciplined agricultural approach, utilizing high-density planting and an increasing integration of biodynamic treatments to maximize phenolic depth. The estate is defined by its location on the Plateau of Brane, where the "Terrasse 4" deep gravel deposits provide the drainage and thermal regulation necessary for achieving the site's signature vertical structure. 2016 is known for its aromatic complexity—cassis, violet, and graphite—with a long, mineral-driven finish, and Brane-Cantenac delivers just that. This wine delivers an incredible intensity beyond Margaux. There is a reason it is referred to as the Pauillac of Margaux.