Phelan-Segur
Chateau Phelan-Segur is an impressive property with a large park and great views of the Gironde. Since 1985 the Gardinier family have spent a lot on renovating, which has raised the quality of the wine. In 2003 they joined the Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel group, for the best of the non-classified growths in the Medoc.
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Bordeaux | 4 | 96-97 (JS) | د.إ902.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96-97)The complexity and depth is fantastic in this beautifully crafted, refined red. Such poise, finesse and length. Yet dense and very compacted. Love the texture precision. Goes on and on. Best ever? |
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Bordeaux | 10 | 96 (VN (NM)) | د.إ952.00 | |||||
Vinous - Neal Martin (96)The 2020 Phélan Ségur has a very well-defined and seductive bouquet. There's real complexity here, with ebullient red fruit, crushed stone and dried rose petal scents, revealing more graphite aromas with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied, harmonious and poised, with very fine tannins, a keen line of acidity and a very svelte and persistent finish. This is a wine that seems unaware of just how good it is. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 100 | 94 (DC) | د.إ689.00 | |||||
Decanter (94)One of the absolute standouts for me this year. A dark and brooding nose with purity and concentration. The palate is finely textured with mineral-laced tannins that give grip in the mouth but letting the nuances of fruit and acidity play out in harmony. I love the intensity, it's rich but perfectly executed - elegant and finessed with balance and charm but above all a sense of energy and freshness that makes it one of the more memorable wines. Despite the challenges of the vintage, the fruit is ripe and dense and this gives no drop in the mid palate, sustaining pace and directness from start to finish. This is the first time to have such high percentages of both Cabernet Sauvignon (75%) and Petit Verdot (4%) in the blend. A gorgeous wine that has such promise. A surefire must buy and what should be great value too. Tasted twice and both times this was delicious with exceptional freshness and longevity. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 96-97 (JS) | د.إ933.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96-97)The polish and intensity of this wine is beautiful for the vintage, with blackcurrant, lead pencil and light chocolate character. It’s medium- to full-bodied with well-integrated fruit and tannins, and a long finish. Velvet texture. Excellent potential. Fermented from selected yeast from the various parcels. 58% cabernet sauvignon, 39% merlot, 1.5% petit verdot, and 1.5% cabernet franc. Let’s see which is better in the end, 2022 or 2023. |
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