2025, Château Phélan-Ségur, SAINT-ESTÈPHE

The vines of this 70 hectare St Estèphe property are situated between Montrose and Calon Ségur. 

65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot.

Damson colour, rich gourmet toasted style, this is great quality, plum, damson; black cherry, cocoa bean, hard to argue with. So much floral character, jumping out of the glass, flavourful and easy to recommend. Véronique Dausse is doing an excellent job at this estate, and once again it is showing at the very top of the appellation, holding up against the classified growths. 55% new oak for ageing. Tasted twice. 2032-2044.
94 Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux.

Well composed, structured and nicely framed, with a medium to full body and fine, firm tannins. Textural and slightly chalky on the palate. Solid and focused, with a long, driven finish. A elegant, refined and holistic wine. The shows depth structure and finesse.
96-97 James Suckling.

This is a Saint-Estèphe that is cut in a more mellow and classical style compared to the 2020 or 2022, for example. Mainly black fruit, the Cabernet-dominated scents of cedar and tobacco emerge within a couple of swirls, with just a light touch of tea leaves in the background. The palate is medium-bodied, with fine-boned tannins matched by a silver thread of acidity. Very well balanced and unequivocally in the more elegant style. This is more sleek and refined Phélan Ségur that delivers elegance and refinement. Just a lovely Saint-Estèphe. Drink 2030-2055.
93-95 Neal Martin, Vinous.