Classification | Troisième Cru Classé |
Type | Red |
Brand | Chateau Calon Segur |
Vintage | 1996 |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux, St. Estephe |
Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | From Original Wooden Case |
Label | Perfect |
Drinkable | -2025 |
Stock | 0 |
Condition | From Original Wooden Case |
Label | Perfect |
The 1996 may not be as profound as I had predicted from cask, but it is an exceptional wine. Dark ruby-colored, with a complex nose of dried herbs, Asian spices, and black cherry jam intermixed with cassis, it possesses outstanding purity, and considerable tannin in the finish. This classic, medium to full-bodied, traditionally made wine improves dramatically with airing, suggesting it will have a very long life. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2028.
Currant and fresh herbs. Full- to medium-bodied, with plum flavors and a medium finish.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 17/20 points.