Château Phélan Ségur, a distinguished estate in Saint-Estèphe, is renowned for its classic expression of the appellation's terroir. The 2002 vintage, while presenting challenges across Bordeaux, yielded wines of notable structure and longevity, particularly in the northern Médoc. Phélan Ségur, with its significant proportion of clay in the vineyard, was well-positioned to produce a wine that, though initially firm, has evolved gracefully. This vintage showcases the estate's commitment to traditional winemaking, emphasizing balance and the inherent character of its gravel and clay soils. It represents a more restrained, intellectual style of Saint-Estèphe, rewarding patience with nuanced complexity.
Tasting notes
The 2002 Château Phélan Ségur presents a mature bouquet of dark fruit, notably cassis and blackberry, interwoven with classic notes of cedar, tobacco leaf, and a subtle earthy minerality. On the palate, it reveals a medium-bodied structure with resolved tannins and a vibrant acidity that maintains freshness. Layers of blackcurrant, plum, and graphite emerge, leading to a persistent finish marked by a refined savoury character. This vintage exemplifies the enduring elegance and structural integrity typical of a well-aged Saint-Estèphe from a cooler year.