Château Phélan Ségur Saint-Estèphe - 2019

75 cl

James Suckling: 96 points

Robert Parker: 94+ points

Alcohol content: 14,5%vol

Grape varieties: 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc

Vinification:

Matured for 14 - 18 months in French barriques (50 - 60% first fill)

Tasting note:

Das Ausserordentliche an diesem Rotwein aus Frankreich ist sein Charakter. Das ist der Duft eines grossen, edlen Bordeaux, er hat so etwas erhabenes an sich. Diesen Wein mit seinen Aromen von konzentrierten dunklen, fast schwarzen Frucht, die feinen Kräuternuancen, die Würze von Lakritze, Eukalyptus, Vanille, Rosenduft und dunkle Schokolade verleihen ihm seine stattliche Komplexität. Die Grösse dieses Weins zeigt sich in allen Einzelaspekten: in der Struktur, im Abgang, in der aussergewöhnlichen Aromatik.

Chateau Phelan Segur:

The Grand Vin from Château Phélan Ségur comes from this magnificent terroir in Saint-Estèphe, where vigour dominates. Strengthened by its origins, Château Phélan Ségur has created its identity on the basis of elegance and finesse. With a certain restraint and great precision, it reveals the purity of the fruit, the precision of its structure, the suppleness of its tannins, all with a natural freshness.

After a long ageing period, it develops a bouquet of rare complexity, into which the oak blends harmoniously. This subtle and authentic balance creates an intense emotion. Château Phélan Ségur is known for its potential to age over several decades. An old vintage opens up new aromatic horizons with an unexpected richness: the warmth of spices, the generosity of ripe fruit and the nobility of leather.

Its texture is refined, its vigour is tamed. This fullness bears witness to the passage of time, and this blossoming is the reward for wise patience. Exceptional vintages, born from the generosity of nature, surpassed by the talent of man. In addition to these undisputed milestones, there are vintages that are close to the hearts of the Château team. They are witnesses to the life of the estate and an expression of great emotions.