Chateau Phelan Segur 2013 75cl

The Château Phélan Ségur 75 cl bottle is a great Saint-Estèphe red wine from Bordeaux, renowned for its power, fine tannins and aromatic richness, derived mainly from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes

Origin and Terroir
Château Phélan Ségur is located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation, on the banks of the Gironde estuary, with 70 hectares of vineyards. This terroir consists of clay-gravel soils and benefits from a temperate maritime climate, which is highly conducive to the ripening of grapes in this Médoc region.

Grape Varieties and Blend
Cabernet Sauvignon: approximately 55%
Merlot: approximately 45%
These proportions may vary slightly depending on the vintage.

2022 Vintage (Representative Example)
Weather conditions: Dry winter, frost narrowly avoided in spring, hot summer with peaks of 41°C, partial hailstorm in June affecting some plots. Harvest spread over 9 consecutive days with low yields
Appearance: Almost black color with captivating purple highlights
Nose: Concentrated and complex with notes of juicy black fruits (black cherry), spices, rose and cedar
Palate: Powerful, full-bodied, luscious, with a wave of silky and firm tannins enveloping an impressive structure
Finish: Long-lasting, balanced, with minty notes synonymous with freshness
Aging potential: Monumental wine, very promising for long aging with evolution over many years

Approximate Technical Data
Format: 75 cl
Alcohol content: Approximately 13% (varies by vintage)
Residual sugar: Low (~2 g/L)
Vinification: By plot, indigenous yeasts, barrel aging (generally 12 months)
Modern farming practices: Organic farming currently under development, moderate use of sulfur, vine trellising

Serving Suggestion and Food Pairing
Serving temperature: 16-18 °C
Recommended dishes: Game, grilled or sauced red meat (rib of beef, leg of lamb, boeuf bourguignon), sauced dishes, aged cheeses (Comté, Gruyère)
Decanting recommended for better aeration before tasting.