Le Marquis de Calon Ségur Saint-Estèphe 2018 - Second vin

Bettane & Desseauve

About the wine:

Magnificent velvety texture, really tasty fruit, fine tannin, suppleness hiding the intensity of the material, fresh finish, delicious.

About the domain :

The restoration of the château, completed this spring, admirably complements that of the vat room and the updating of the vineyard, restoring the property to its long-awaited status as the commune's seigneurial cru, majestically enclosed within its walls. A formidably competent team has given this exceptional terroir every opportunity to produce wines on a par with a premier grand cru classé. The estate belonged to the Capbern-Gasqueton family for over a century, and since 2012 has been owned by the Suravenir insurance company. Even more so than the second wine, marquis-de-calon, the Capbern cru produced on vines outside the walls of the clos produces a Saint-Estephe with exceptional value for money.

Guide Hachette des vins

About the domain :

A noble house named after the medieval parish of Saint-Estèphe (Calones), this cru is one of the oldest in the region. Between 1659 and 1681, it passed into the hands of the Ségurs, who developed this vineyard to which they were very attached: "I make wine in Lafite and Latour, but my heart is in Calon", said Nicolas-Alexandre. Backing onto the village of Saint-Estèphe, the walled vineyard covers 55 ha, the same area as when it was classified in 1855, planted on a thick layer of gravel resting on clay. Owned by the Gasqueton family from 1894 to 2012, Calon is now owned by Suravenir, a subsidiary of the Crédit Mutuel group, which has embarked on an extensive renovation program, including the construction of a new vat room.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

About the wine:

Deep purple-black in color, it exudes opulent scents of Indian spices, menthol and plum jam, with a heart of crème de cassis, baked cherries and raspberry tart, as well as a hint of sandalwood. Big, rich, full-bodied and voluptuously fruity on the palate, it reveals tons of dark fruit jams and exotic spices with a firm, opulent structure. It finishes long and hard with a touch of mint. Definitely a wine for hedonists!

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the domain :

Acquired in 2012 after the death of Denise Gasqueton, by the Suravenir insurance group, Calon-Ségur is now aiming very high, and is equipping itself with all the resources it needs to achieve this. The estate, with its exceptional terroir, has already demonstrated its ability to produce wines that rank among the greatest Medocs. Very tight, firm and long in the making, they possess, at their best, an extraordinary density and elegance, which we're beginning to see in recent vintages. Vincent Millet, from Château Margaux, has been Technical Director since 2006. His mission: to lead the cru towards greater quality, by adopting a blending approach that is much more marked by Cabernet Sauvignon. Given the success of recent vintages, Calon-Ségur has established itself as one of the Médoc's most interesting brands. As a result, demand continues to grow.

Wine Enthusiast

About the wine:

Chäteau Calon Ségur's second wine is succulent and massively dense, with black plum fruit supported by velvety tannins and acidity. It shows power and good ageing potential. Drink from 2026.

Vinous A. Galloni

About the wine:

The 2018 Marquis de Calon Ségur, Calon Ségur's second wine, is breathtakingly beautiful. Brilliant, powerful and punchy, this 2018 has so much to offer. Expressive floral notes and savory, spicy Cabernet aromas add nuance to a core of dark red fruits and purplish berries. Beautifully textured and inviting, this Marquis is truly dazzling in 2018. Tasted four times.

James Suckling

About the wine:

Lots of blackcurrant and blackberry aromas with hints of black truffles and mushrooms. Medium-bodied, with a nice core of fresh fruit and a savory finish. Notes of wet earth. Second wine of Calon Ségur. Drink after 2025.

The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve

About the wine:

Much better in bottle than in barrel, it's hard to believe this is a second wine. The nose of spices, smoke, tobacco leaves and red fruits expresses itself with ease. But it's the palate that steals the show, with all its supple, lush, fresh, juicy, vibrant and pure red fruit.