2011 Ducru-Beaucaillou, St-Julien

Inky, tarry nose, showing depth over charm ‰ÛÒ therefore better than many a 2011, which often lack both. Encouragingly, it also improves in the glass. The palate is rather raw, showing alcohol and some bitterness. This is not an easy early-drinker like the 2012. It has some good stuffing up front, and appealing grip to finish... a superior 2011 for sure.