Second wine. Very much its own personality. Duluc comes from Château Branaire-Ducru, the Saint-Julien estate classified as a Fourth Growth in 1855. This is the more approachable expression of the house: fruit, freshness and elegance, without standing on ceremony.

The 2016 brings fine red fruit, a lovely floral lift and a little spice as it opens. Round and fleshy, but never lumbering. Fine tannins keep everything neatly in line, with a long, lively finish. Proper claret, with its tie loosened.

Cabernet Sauvignon leads the blend at 54%, with 44% Merlot and a small helping of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.