Chateau Rauzan-Segla Margaux 2002 750ml

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Chateau Rauzan-Segla Margaux 2002 750ml

Name: Chateau Rauzan-Segla Margaux 2002 750ml
Brand: Chateau Rauzan Segla
SKU: 1014366
Price: 124.38 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 90 (5 reviews)

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SKU 1014366

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TWI 91pts

WA 90pts

DC 90pts

JD 90pts

WS 89pts

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A blend of 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2002 Rauzan-Segla has a medium to deep garnet-brick color. The nose features evolved scents of rusty nails, cigar box, and dried herbs, with waft of fruitcake and spice box in the background. Light to medium-bodied, the palate has a little more stuffing than the nose suggests, with dried cherry and anise flavors joining the party, framed by chewy tannins and bold freshness, finishing with a peppery lift.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Margaux

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

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Winery

Chateau Rauzan Segla

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Varietal

Red Bordeaux

There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act â€“ the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Bordeaux

Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]

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Appellation

Margaux

The Margaux appellation of France's legendary Bordeaux wine region is one of the world's most famous and highly respected viticultural areas. For centuries, Margaux has been deeply associated with extremely fine wines of the highest quality, made using traditional and time-honored techniques in order to extract the very best, most refined and elegant flavors and aromas from the Bordeaux varietal grapes which grow there. Margaux wines are almost always blended, using two or three key Bordeaux grapes, commonly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc (amongst others). The blending techniques and quantities have been passed down through the generations in the ancestral chateaus which make up the region, and quality and prestige has never been allowed to falter, making Margaux one of the undisputed jewels in France's already glittering crown.

Ratings & Reviews

TWI 91pts

The Wine Independent

WA 90pts

Wine Advocate

Deep garnet-brick colored, the 2002 Rauzan-Ségla is intensely scented of dried mulberries, fig paste, crème de cassis and prunes, with hints of Chinese five spice, leather and dried roses. The medium-bodied palate sports fully mature dried berries and exotic spice notes with a chewy texture and nice refreshing finish. This is in its drinking window sweet-spot right now and should hold for a further 5-6 years.

DC 90pts

Decanter

2002 was a long, late harvest after a wet summer, with the grapes brought in between 28 September and 10 October. The tannins are still in evidence here, and the Cabernet Sauvignon is still dominating. Things remain a little austere and rigid, although there's no question the black fruits are well defined. 2% Cabernet Franc makes up the blend. 53% new oak. 27hl/ha yield.

JD 90pts

Jeb Dunnuck

The darker, smoky 2002 Rauzan-Ségla (58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc) is slightly foursquare, with the more focused, firm style of the vintage, yet nevertheless has good balance and elegance. Classic notes of dark fruits, compost, earth, and tobacco all make an appearance in the bouquet, and it shows the classic elegance and silky texture that’s the hallmark of this estate. Drink it over the coming decade.

WS 89pts

Wine Spectator

Firm wine with blackberry and dark tobacco character. Medium- to full-bodied, with medium tannins and a medium finish. Very tight and reserved. Best after 2008. 7,500 cases made.

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