Château Rauzan-Ségla 2008
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Marks and reviews
Parker
J. Robinson
Decanter
Wine Spectator
R. Gabriel
J. Suckling
Vinous - A. Galloni
The Wine IndependentDescription
Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Rauzan-Ségla 2008
Tasting
Nose
The aromatic bouquet reveals fresh notes of cedar and menthol, accompanied by delicate aromas of small red fruits. Finely toasted and spicy nuances enrich this complex palette.
Palate
The structure is supple and pleasant, offering a beautiful harmony between freshness and concentration.
An elegant Margaux with remarkable freshness
The property
In the heart of the prestigious Margaux vineyard, Château Rauzan-Ségla has been a major reference for the appellation for over three centuries. Classified Second Grand Cru in 1855, it embodies the elegance and finesse characteristic of the great wines of Margaux. This jewel of the left bank seduces with its exceptional terroir, where the diversity of soils gives the wines a unique structure, combining delicacy, aromatic intensity and great aging potential. Today, under the Maison Chanel, Rauzan-Ségla brilliantly combines Bordeaux heritage and contemporary excellence.
The vineyard
What makes Rauzan-Ségla unique is the exceptional richness of its terroir in Margaux. A true signature of the estate, this geological mosaic is divided into three major families of soils, each contributing to the complexity of the wines. Among them, the clay-limestone soils stand out: their composition gives the wines intensity, structure and volume, constituting the backbone of the blends.
The vintage
The year 2008 was marked by a cold and dry winter, followed by a cool and rainy spring. The summer was cool and relatively dry, while the fall offered a very beautiful late season with significant temperature ranges. These conditions favored a slow and progressive maturation of the grapes, allowing to reach an optimal balance between freshness and maturity.
Vinification and aging
The vinification of Château Rauzan-Ségla 2008 is carried out parcel by parcel, in thermo-regulated stainless steel vats. The harvest, carried out manually in crates from October 2 to 21 depending on the grape varieties, is followed by a rigorous sorting. The aging extends over 18 months in French oak barrels with medium and medium long heating, with 60% new wood.
Blend
Château Rauzan-Ségla is made from a traditional blend dominated by cabernet sauvignon.
