2002 CH CALON-SÉGUR 3ÈME CRU ST ESTÈPHE - 6x150cl

Tasting Notes

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  Goedhuis, April 2003

  Mme Gasqueton looks younger than ever, tribute either to the healthy climate of St Estephe or the life enhancing properties of her brilliant wine. The best information about the blend that Mme was able to divulge was, ‘lots of Cabernet' and this precise, pure, dark wine certainly did not tastemuch of Merlot. Super stylish and classy, this is excellent.

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  Robert Parker, April 2005,
  Score: 89

  Deep ruby/purple-tinged, this vintage, a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot, is medium-bodied, elegantly-styled with surprisingly sweet tannin, some notes of herbs, plums, black cherries, and currants, a sweet, ripe attack, and a straightforward finish without the power and depth of the finest vintages. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2017.

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  James Suckling, April 2003,
  Score: 92-94

  Fabulous aromas of crushed berries, with cassis and blueberries and hints of spice. Full-bodied and very rich, with a wonderful tannin structure. Long and exotic.

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Producer

Château Calon-Ségur

The most northerly classified growth in the Médoc, Château Calon-Ségur has had a gracious history. In the 18th century, it was the most beloved property of its owner, the Marquis Nicolas-Aléxandre Ségur. Though he also owned such celebrated châteaux as Lafite and Latour, he would proudly state: "I make my wine at Lafite and Latour, but my heart is in Calon." He immortalised his affection by creating a heart on the label - a symbol that exists to this day. Calon-Ségur was owned and managed for many years by Mme. Denise Capbern Gasqueton, a magical hostess who captures the essence of La Vieille France with all its tradition, elegance and etiquette. She sadly passed away in 2011 but the inate quality of the vineyards ensures Calon-Ségur's place among the top wines of the appellation.