Château Phélan-Ségur
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Saint-Estèphe's top Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, producing Cabernet-dominant reds that rival classified growths in elegance and aging potential
Located in the heart of Saint-Estèphe, Château Phélan-Ségur is one of the appellation's leading Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel estates, renowned for its elegant and structured wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Gironde estuary. The estate spans over 70 hectares of gravelly soil, producing wines characterized by their finesse, precision, and remarkable aging potential. Under the ownership of the Gardinier family since 1985, the estate has consistently pursued excellence, blending traditional Bordeaux winemaking with modern techniques to craft wines that balance power with sophisticated tannins.
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Who Is This For?
Bordeaux collectors seeking classified growth quality and elegance from Saint-Estèphe at more accessible prices, and enthusiasts of refined, structured red wines with outstanding aging potential
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Château Phélan-Ségur a Grand Cru Classé?
- Château Phélan-Ségur is not included in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, but it holds the Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel designation and is widely recognized as producing wines of comparable quality to many classified growths.
- Who owns Château Phélan-Ségur?
- Château Phélan-Ségur has been owned by the Gardinier family since 1985. The Gardiniers also own Champagne Lanson and several other prestigious wine estates.
- What grapes does Château Phélan-Ségur use?
- Château Phélan-Ségur is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (approximately 60-65%), complemented by Merlot and a small amount of Cabernet Franc, on the clay-gravel soils of Saint-Estèphe.