Producer | CH.CALON SEGUR |
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Country | FRANCE |
Type | STILL RED |
AOC | SAINT-ESTEPHE |
Vintage | 2018 |
Bottle Size | 750ml |
Score | WA 98 |
Packing Size | 6W |
Calon Ségur is a highly regarded winery located in the Saint-Estèphe appellation in the Bordeaux region of France. The 2018 vintage of Calon Ségur has received high praise from critics and wine enthusiasts. Wine Spectator gave it a score of 96 points, describing it as "alluring, with steeped plum and blackberry fruit that is seamlessly integrated with ample graphite-edged grip through the finish. The 2018 vintage is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Petit Verdot.
The wine has a dark ruby color and aromas of blackcurrant, black cherry, and tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied with firm tannins and flavors of black fruit, cedar, and a hint of vanilla. The wine has a long, lingering finish and is considered to be one of the best wines from the Saint-Estèphe appellation in the 2018 vintage.
Calon Ségur is a full-bodied and complex wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes. Some of the most popular dishes to pair with this wine include roasted or grilled meats, such as beef, lamb, or venison. The wine's tannic structure and dark fruit flavors also make it a good match for hearty stews, cassoulets, and other slow-cooked dishes.