Château Rauzan-Ségla 2004

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Rauzan-Ségla 2004

Tasting

Nose
The bouquet reveals fruity notes, accompanied by spicy aromas and a subtle touch of licorice.

Palate
The attack is smooth and aromatic, with very silky tannins that bring a delicate structure. A wine that is both refined and evolved, combining elegance and suppleness.

Food and wine pairings

This wine will pair perfectly with grilled red meats, especially a nice piece of beef. Feathered game and mature cheeses will also highlight the aromatic finesse of this Margaux.

Service and aging

Château Rauzan-Ségla 2004 fully expresses its potential after 1 to 2 hours of decanting.

A delicate and refined Margaux from the prestigious Château Rauzan-Ségla

The property

In the heart of the prestigious Margaux vineyard, the Château Rauzan-Ségla has been a major reference for the appellation for more than three centuries. Classified Second Grand Cru in 1855, it embodies the elegance and finesse typical of the great wines of Margaux. This jewel of the left bank seduces with its exceptional terroir, where the diversity of soils gives the wines a unique structure, combining delicacy, aromatic intensity and great aging potential. Today, under the Maison Chanel, Rauzan-Ségla brilliantly combines Bordeaux heritage and contemporary excellence.

The vineyard

What makes Rauzan-Ségla unique is the exceptional richness of its terroir in Margaux. A true signature of the estate, this geological mosaic is divided into three major families of soils, each contributing to the complexity of the wines. Among them, the clay-limestone soils stand out: their composition gives the wines intensity, structure and volume, constituting the backbone of the blends.

The vintage

The year 2004 was marked by a dry winter, followed by a classic and moderate spring. The summer was temperate, with slight humidity in August and heat peaks in early September. The fall remained relatively dry, allowing for harvests under excellent conditions.

Vinification and aging

The grapes of Château Rauzan-Ségla 2004 were hand-picked in crates, with a rigorous sorting carried out by hand. The vinification took place plot by plot in thermoregulated stainless steel vats. The aging continued for 18 months in French oak barrels.

Blend

This wine is made from a traditional blend dominated by cabernet sauvignon.