2012 Baron de Brane, Margaux

Vinous 88

The 2012 Baron de Brane has an expressive bouquet that is equally divided between red and black fruit, all well defined; hints of dark chocolate and leather develop in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin; not overtly complex, but there is satisfying depth and grip toward the slightly meaty finish. Drink this now and over the next four to five years. Tasted at the Brane-Cantenac vertical at the château. [Neal Martin, 16/01/2019]

Anticipated maturity: 2018-2025

Robert Parker 87

The Baron de Brane is a blend of 33% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and represents 38% of the crop. It has a lifted, surprisingly opulent forest floor and graphite scented bouquet that would benefit from more vigour. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp acidity, very foursquare perhaps with a sedate, very classic, tobacco-laced finish. This will provide decent early medium-term drinking. Tasted April 2013. [Neal Martin, 01/04/2013]