Château Phélan Ségur 2016, Saint-Estèphe - Parker 92
€75.90
(€78.67 L)
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Château Phélan Ségur 2016
Appellation: Saint-Estèphe - Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel (neighbouring Montrose and Calon-Ségur)
Vintage: 2016
Blend: Approximately 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, small touches of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot
Ageing: 16-18 months in 50% new barrels; when fully mature, vinify by hand to preserve the integrity of the berries
Tasting
Colour: Deep garnet with purple highlights.
Nose: Complex and typically Saint-Estèphe - blackcurrant, blackberry, graphite, liquorice, cedar wood, smoke, lavender, mint; marked earthy/mineral note
Palate: Concentrated attack, firm but silky tannins; dark fruity palette (blackcurrant, plum, cherry), spices (clove, tobacco, coffee), mineral salinity, long persistent finish
Scores & expert comments
- Heiner Lobenberg: 95-96+ pts - Bettane: 19/20
- Bettane: 19/20 -
- Gabriel: 19/20
- James Suckling: 95 pts - Decanter: 94 pts
- Decanter: 94 pts -
- Robert Parker (LPB): 92 pts.
- Wine Spectator: 93 pts -
- Wine Enthusiast: 92-94 pts.
- Vinous (A. Galloni): 91-94 points
- Jancis Robinson: 17/20 -
Food & wine pairing
Superb with grilled red meats, roast lamb, game, dishes in sauce, wild mushrooms and strong cheeses. Decant and serve at 16-18°C.
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Data sheet
| Volume | 0,75l |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Alcohol | 13,5° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 6 bottles |
| Vines | Cabernet Sauvignon 55%, Merlot 45% |
| Storage advice | Great cellaring potential |
| Consumption guidelines | Drink between 16 and 18°C. |
| Taste | Dry |
| Producer | Château Phélan Ségur SAS, 33180 Saint-Estèphe, France |
| Bottling | Mis en bouteille au Château |
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