Ducru-Beaucaillou's history goes back to the early 18th century. A few decades later, Nathaniel Johnston - a prosperous shipper who also owned Château Dauzac - earned the estate quite a reputation by successfully testing the bouillie bordelaise (or Bordeaux mixture) against mildew there. The Borie family has owned Ducru-Beaucaillou since 1942.
Located equidistant from Beychevelle and the Gironde estuary, the vineyard is divided into three plots a few hundred meters apart. The soil consists of Günzian gravel on limestone bedrock.
Winemaking is extremely meticulous. All steps, including aging, are adapted to the characteristics of each different plot and grape variety.
Ducru-Beaucaillou is highly elegant and often stands out from other wines in the appellation thanks to its classic finesse.
