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Château Phélan Ségur is a world-renowned winery located in the heart of the Saint-Estèphe appellation. This appellation is known for producing some of the most powerful and long-lived wines in Bordeaux, thanks in part to the region's unique terroir, with gravelly soils that provide excellent drainage and achieve excellent quality and power to the grapes. One wine that shines particularly bright in Saint Estephe is  Phelan Segur.

This estate has a rich history dating back to the early 19th century. The winery has a longstanding reputation for producing exceptional wines that are a true reflection of the region's terroir. The winery's 172 hectares of vineyards are tended to with the utmost care by a team of passionate and skilled viticulturists and winemakers.

At Château Phélan Ségur, the winemaking process is a labor of love. The estate's commitment to quality is evident in the numerous accolades it has received over the years, and 2012 was no exception. 

But Château Phélan Ségur is more than just a winery, it's a champion of sustainable viticulture. The estate has been certified under the Terra Vitis label, which recognizes vineyards that use environmentally friendly farming methods. The winery's commitment to sustainability extends beyond the vineyards, with initiatives that include using natural fertilizers, reducing water usage, and implementing renewable energy sources. With its dedication to producing outstanding wines while preserving the environment, Château Phélan Ségur is a winery that is truly ahead of its time.

Phélan Ségur is a winery that embodies the essence of Bordeaux - rich history, exceptional quality, and a commitment to sustainability. A visit to this iconic estate is an experience not to be missed, offering a chance to taste some of the finest wines in the world while enjoying the breathtaking beauty of the surrounding vineyards. It's no wonder that Château Phélan Ségur continues to be a favorite among wine critics and enthusiasts alike.

The Grand Vin of Château Phélan Ségur is a fabulous wine from Saint-Estèphe with a powerful taste, but it also boasts elegance and finesse. Its natural freshness, fruity flavor, and silky tannins make for a truly enjoyable drinking experience. As it ages, the wine develops a complex aroma with oak notes that are perfectly integrated. It's a wine that gets better with age, revealing new aromatic dimensions like spices, ripe fruits, and leather. 

2022 was an extraordinary vintage for Bordeaux, it was blessed with a 95 pt review by Wine Spectator who said: "A new paradigm for Bordeaux. Very aromatic and sleek, fresh and pure in feel, with all major varietals performing well; far more consistent than the 2018-2020 trio."

 56% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot.

Looking at the Grand Vin, the 2022 Château Phelan Segur checks in as 56% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot that comes from a slightly different mix of their estate parcels and saw a shorter maceration followed by 18 months in 55% new French oak. Rocking aromatics of crème de cassis, spring flowers, spicy oak, and hints of smoky tobacco define the bouquet. It's full-bodied, pure, and elegant on the palate, with a seamless, layered mouthfeel, gorgeous tannins, and a great finish. ~95 Jeb Dunnuck, #12 Top 100 Wines of 2025

A delicious and well-constructed wine from the Phélan team in 2022. Polished, balanced and just so drinkable - proximity to the river and clay soil helping keep freshness in the hot and dry conditions. A gorgeous texture straight away, clean and clear, juicy, vibrant and grippy with a chalky, flint and graphite element to the fine tannins. You really feel they've taken the best the vintage had to offer with precise definition to all the elements; ripe bramble and cherry fruit, high acidity with a wonderful spiced and mineral signature from the St-Estephe terroir. A combination of power and charm that builds in structure and intensity while keeping a mouthwatering energy from start to finish. A top buy - and could be upscored in bottle! Tasted four times throughout April and loved it every time. 2% Petit Verdot completes the blend. 3.8pH. 96IPT. Harvest took 13 days in total, from 14 - 26 September whereas the last three years picking has started on the 24th September. A yield of 28hl/ha. 75% grand vin production. The team have also been working for the past few years on different yeasts for fermentation in order to get more precision and a stronger link to the vineyards. 50% of production in 2022 was vinified using natural yeasts - five strains taken from five plots and used to vinify grapes from each of their respective parcels. ~95 Decanter

A very structured red for Phelan Segur with incredibly powerful tannins that are long and linear. At the same time, there's deep, dark fruit underneath. Blackcurrants and blackberries. Medium-bodied with lots of grape phenolics and a palate full of dried spices. It's very muscular yet toned and balanced. 56% merlot, 40% cabernet sauvignon, 2% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. A Phelan for the long term. Old-school in a modern way. Best after 2029. ~95 James Suckling

Plush and warm in feel, this offers plum and blackberry compote notes flecked with chestnut and bay and underscored by warm stone and leather through the finish. Broad and slow-moving, but with clear definition, plus a nice muscular edge that hints at its buried power. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2027 through 2040. 12,000 cases made. ~95 Wine Spectator

The 2022 Phélan Ségur comes from a growing season that was not straightforward due to the hail in June that cost 30% of production. This obliged the team to reconfigure the blend, as the first trials were found to be too rich and tannic. But the depleted yields produced an outstanding wine that will vie with the 2020 as a benchmark for the estate. The 2022 is actually quite understated on the nose with fine delineation of blackberry, bilberry, pencil lead and light forest floor scents. The palate is very well balanced with pliant tannins and a keen line of acidity, gently spiced with black truffle and subtle peppery notes toward the well-knit finish. This is an outstanding Saint-Estèphe that you would assume comes from a cooler growing season. Given market prices, this comes recommended. ~95 Vinous Media

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