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Château Brane-Cantenac 1977 – Margaux

Château Brane-Cantenac 1977, from the Margaux appellation, is a rare and graceful expression of this Second Grand Cru Classé in a challenging vintage that, with time, has evolved into a beautifully delicate wine. Despite the difficulties of the year, the estate made the most of its deep gravel terroir to craft a subtle, aromatic, and refined Margaux.

The wine displays a brick-tinted garnet color, luminous and mature. The nose is gentle yet expressive, revealing aromas of morello cherry, ripe raspberry, and plum, along with evolved notes of fine leather, blond tobacco, forest floor, and a hint of dried violet, characteristic of fully matured Margaux. On the palate, Brane-Cantenac 1977 offers a soft, silky texture, with melted tannins and a light but harmonious structure. A refined freshness carries the wine toward a subtle, floral, and persistent finish, marked by elegance and nuance.

Today, this 1977 vintage stands as a charming old Margaux — delicate, expressive, and touched by the quiet beauty of time. A rare and evocative bottle for lovers of mature, graceful Bordeaux.

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