2020 Chateau Rauzan Segla Margaux
Wine Advocate isn’t shy with its praise for this magnificent Margaux still in the barrel: “Nicolas Audebert and his team have knocked it out of the park this vintage.” Suckling was likewise impressed, writing that this vintage is full-bodied with velvety layers of tannins, a silky texture and a very long, solid finish. Dunnuck thinks it’ll be one for the cellar, but whether that cellar is yours is entirely up to you, so call your Scout quick!
Wine Advocate
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.
James Suckling
Full-bodied and layered with velvety layers of tannins that are beautifully interspersed with ripe fruit and dark-chocolate notes. Silky and lightly chewy texture. Very long, solid finish.