2021 Château Phélan Ségur

The 2021 Phélan Ségur turned out beautifully. Dark, somber notes typical of this Saint-Estèphe are present, but also attenuated by the medium-bodied structure of the year. Red cherry, gravel, incense, licorice and dried herbs fill out the layers nicely. The 2021 is a quiet Phélan Ségur, yet all the elements are nicely balanced.

- Antonio Galloni (12/2023)

Beautiful black raspberries, cassis, violets, spicy herbs, and spicy oak all emerge from the 2021 Château Phelan Segur a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot brought up 18 months in 55% new French oak. It's medium-bodied, has a supple, incredibly elegant mouthfeel, ripe, polished tannins, and beautiful overall length and elegance. It's another polished, classy, and incredibly seamless wine from director Véronique Dausse and her team. It will drink well with just 2-3 years of bottle age and should see its 20th birthday in fine form. (04/2024)

The 2021 Phelan Segur has a medium to deep garnet-purple color. It needs a fair bit of shaking to wake up notes of red and black currants, fresh blackberries, and crushed stones, plus nuances of espresso, cedar chest, and pencil lead. The medium-bodied palate is tightly wound with black fruit and earthy layers, framed by firm, grainy tannins and bags of freshness, finishing long and savory. (04/2024)