Marquis de Calon Ségur, St Estèphe, 2023

A blend of 50% Merlot, 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot, Le Marquis de Calon Segur 2023 has a deep garnet-purple color. It bursts with bold, up-front scents of juicy plums and red cherries, leading to wafts of fallen leaves, dried roses, and wild thyme. Medium-bodied, the palate is plush and juicy, delivering an impressive amount of black and red berry flavors, finishing on a fruity note.

DRINKING WINDOW 2027 - 2037

date of review 05/2024

A serious Marquis with higher Cabernet Sauvignon than usual, ink, spiced plum, damson, orange peel, chocolate, cocoa bean. Slightly exuberant, silky texture, with a flash of heat. 30% new oak for ageing, 3.6ph, 45hl/h yield.

DRINKING WINDOW 2029 - 2040

date of review 05/2024

The 2023 Le Marquis de Calon Ségur represents 48% of the château’s volume, sourced old Merlot vines that don't enter the Grand Vin, plus young Cabernets. It has a composed bouquet with raspberry, blackberry, cedar and light tertiary scents. I appreciate the Saint-Estèphe DNA in its aromatics. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins and fresh acidity, more complexity than the Capbern that precedes its and more substance on the finish. This is a very commendable second wine.

DRINKING WINDOW 2028 - 2042

date of review 04/2024