Château Segur de Cabanac, Saint-Estèphe

Key characteristics:

Château Segur de Cabanac, Saint-Estèphe is a fine interpretation of the Saint-Estèphe terroir, known for its powerful structure and excellent aging potential. It is a classic, deeply-colored, and well-constituted Saint-Estèphe, combining power with a complex bouquet.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot
• Appearance: It has a clear, bright ruby hue with just a hint of garnet.
• Aroma: Toasty overtones on the nose alongside rich plum, black fruit, blackberry and pepper. Over time, notes of red fruit and undergrowth develop, sometimes with hints of violets.
• Taste: A full-bodied, fresh, vibrant wine with great structure and mouthfeel on the palate. It is powerful and generous, with fine, elegant tannins and a persistent, harmonious finish.
• Region: Saint-Estèphe, a northern Médoc appellation, is known for its “terroir” wines, characterized by gravelly hillsides with a significant layer of clay beneath, providing robust, firm, and tannic wines with excellent aging potential. The vineyards overlook the Gironde estuary, which helps temper the microclimate.
• Pairing: Best served with meat, from roasted to grilled dishes, particularly red meats.

Overall impression:

This wine offers a captivating journey through the renowned Saint-Estèphe appellation, showcasing a powerful yet refined character. Its inherent structure and evolving aromatic complexity promise a rewarding experience for those who appreciate a classic Bordeaux.

Extra notes:

• The estate takes its name from the illustrious Ségur family, major players in the Bordeaux wine world in the 18th century, with Alexandre de Ségur famously known as “the Prince of the Vines.”
• The Delon family, seventh-generation Médoc winegrowers, meticulously tend the 7-hectare vineyard, ensuring high-quality grapes through careful vineyard management and traditional vinification in stainless steel vats, followed by aging in oak barrels.