SEGLA MARGAUX 2016

SÉGLA MARGAUX 2016 – Château Rauzan-Ségla

Margaux Bordeaux | Silky, Refined, and Classically Elegant

Région: Margaux, Bordeaux, France
Grape Blend: Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot with supporting Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot
Style: Elegant, perfumed, polished, and approachable

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Beautifully expressive aromas of black cherry, cassis, raspberry, violets, rose petals, cedar, tobacco, and subtle baking spice. Elegant floral notes are unmistakably Margaux in character.

Palate:
Silky and refined, showing layers of dark berries, blackcurrant, plum, cedar, spice, and soft earthy nuances. The wine offers richness balanced by freshness and finesse, with a beautifully polished texture.

Structure:
Medium to full-bodied with fine-grained tannins, vibrant acidity, and remarkable balance. Softer and more accessible than the Grand Vin of Rauzan-Ségla while retaining excellent structure and ageing potential.

Finish:
Long, elegant, and perfumed, lingering with dark fruit, cedar, floral lift, and classic Margaux refinement.

In Summary

Ségla is the celebrated second wine of Château Rauzan-Ségla, one of Margaux’s historic Second Growth estates (Deuxième Cru Classé of 1855). Produced from the same prestigious vineyards but crafted for earlier accessibility, Ségla consistently offers exceptional value and a highly authentic expression of Margaux elegance.

The 2016 vintage is widely regarded as one of the finest modern Bordeaux vintages, and Rauzan-Ségla performed exceptionally well. The 2016 Ségla offers superb purity, finesse, and silky tannins, making it both immediately enjoyable and capable of further evolution. Critics have praised its balance, floral complexity, and refined structure.

Vintage Notes

The 2016 Bordeaux vintage benefited from near-perfect growing conditions, combining a wet spring with a long, dry summer and ideal ripening weather. The resulting wines possess concentration, freshness, precision, and excellent ageing potential, particularly in Margaux. Rauzan-Ségla’s 2016 is considered among the estate’s standout modern vintages.

Drinking Window

Now: Drinking beautifully with decanting
Peak: 2026–2045
Cellaring: Excellent ageing potential

Food Pairing

• Roast lamb with rosemary
• Beef tenderloin or ribeye
• Duck breast
• Mushroom risotto
• Aged cheeses
• Slow-braised short rib
• Herb-crusted game meats