Parker Points: 98 Fill level: Top Shoulder Label condition: Excellent (top label) Closure condition: Excellent Bottle size: 0.75 L Bottler: Château Ducru-Beaucaillou (estate bottling) History of the wine: Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is one of the most prestigious estates in Saint-Julien, classified as a Second Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. The 2009 vintage is considered one of the greatest modern releases from the château, known for its exceptional balance, structure and longevity. Ready to drink or cellar wine: The wine is enjoyable today but has significant ageing potential and can continue to evolve for decades. Storage and shipping: The bottle has been perfectly stored in a Liebherr LWB324 GrandCru wine fridge and can be shipped securely with appropriate packaging.