Château Brane-Cantenac is, to many shrewd observers, the source of one of Bordeaux’s most under-rated wines. Consistently excellent, in an understated yet assured way, this second growth is the epitome of classic claret.
Its elegant, fragrant style speaks of the classic Margaux personality, emphasising charm over power and yielding supremely ageworthy wines. Helmed for many years by the similarly self-effacing – yet supremely insightful – Henri Lurton of the renowned family, the estate has proven itself a stalwart of the Médoc.
We are delighted to welcome Henri to the Club for an evening exploring the estate in more depth, over a specially designed menu created to complement the wines, which include such renowned vintages as 2010 and 2000, and date back to 1995 and 1986 – the latter served from double magnum.
As an added bonus, Members will get to taste the château’s rarely seen white wine, first released in 2019 and produced from a three-hectare plot. 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Semillon, the wine is partly vinified in barrel, and, says Jane Anson, ‘a little on the wild side but sappy and enticing, walking the line between richness and freshness’.
We invite you to join us for what promises to be a very special evening.
Menu:
Dandelion, confit partridge legs and black pudding
Fillet of deer, potato galette and Swiss rainbow chard
A selection of British & European cheeses
Please reach out to [email protected] if you have any dietary requirements/allergies.
The wines that will be served:
2023 Château Brane-Cantenac Blanc, Bordeaux Blanc
2016 Baron de Brane, Margaux
2000 Château Brane-Cantenac, 2ème Cru Classé, Margaux
2010 Château Brane-Cantenac, 2ème Cru Classé, Margaux
1995 Château Brane-Cantenac, 2ème Cru Classé, Margaux
1986 Château Brane-Cantenac, 2ème Cru Classé, Margaux (in double magnum)
Thursday 5th September
St. James’s Room
18:30 – Welcome reception
19:00 – Dinner begins
22:30 – Dinner ends
Please note, tickets are refundable for cancellations up to 5 days before the event. Cancellations must be made in writing to [email protected]. Any cancellations within 5 days of the event are non-refundable unless 67 Pall Mall resells the ticket to another Member. This is only possible when the event is sold out and there is a waiting list.
