Rauzan Segla 1988
Rauzan Segla 1988 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot (Margaux, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Listed at £172.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
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Château Rauzan-Ségla is a Second Growth wine producer located in the Margaux appellation. The estate is now owned by a subsidiary of the Chanel Group and has benefitted from substantial investment. This release is from the 1988 vintage, a blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc. It is a nicely textured wine, offering lovely notes of black currants, cigar box, damp earth and umami accents such as black truffle.