Ch. Rauzan Ségla 2020 Margaux

€ 147.08Vanaf 12 stuks €133.71

Vinous – Neil Martin – 96/100
The 2020 Rauzan-Ségla is more open on the nose than when I tasted it
from barrel. Quite intense with blackberry, crushed violet, oyster shell and
just a touch of pencil box. It actually pulls back a little with aeration, almost
as if it is (to quote The Specials) showing too much, too young. The palate
is pixelated on the entry, perfectly proportioned with seamlessly
integrated oak, a silver bead of acidity. Not ostentatious in any way, but
streamlined and holding something back on the finish, which bodes well
for the future. This is deeply impressive.

Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate – 96-98+/100
Composed of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc, the 2020 Rauzan-Ségla is aging for 18 months in French oak barrels, 60% new. It has an alcohol of 13.5% and a pH of 3.74. Deep purple-black colored, aromas of blackcurrant cordial, stewed red and black plums, chocolate-covered cherries and raspberry coulis erupt from the glass, leading to an undercurrent of tar, licorice, red roses and menthol, plus a hint of unsmoked cigars. The medium-bodied palate is elegant and yet manages seriously impressive intensity, which is well-sustained throughout the mid-palate and finish. Refined and refreshing, delivering beautifully soft, silt-like tannins and bags of bright red and black fruits, it finishes with amazing length and a stunning perfume. Between this and Château Canon, Nicolas Audebert and his team have knocked it out of the park this vintage.