Chateau Rauzan Segla 2016

A distinguished Margaux with aromas of blackberry, black cherry, violet, graphite, cocoa, and refined spice. Dense yet precise tannins support concentrated fruit, while excellent freshness brings elegance and balance to a complex palate with a persistent, polished finish.

Food Pairing: Pair with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, grilled ribeye, duck breast, venison, mushroom dishes, aged Comte, or braised beef.

98 Points - Jeb Dunnuck

The 2016 Château Rauzan-Ségla is a remarkably complete and beautifully balanced Margaux. Cassis, graphite, tobacco leaf and earth lead into a full-bodied palate with steadily building tannins and no hard edges. Exceptional purity and elegance define the wine, while impressive balance makes it approachable even in its youth. Built to evolve gracefully for three to four decades.

98 Points - James Suckling

Tantalizing aromas of black currants, sweet tobacco and sandalwood gradually reveal subtle dried-fruit nuances. Full-bodied and impressively deep, the palate is driven by dense, powerful tannins while maintaining remarkable finesse and vertical precision through the finish. A compelling combination of strength and refinement. Best from 2025 onward.

97 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The 2016 Rauzan-Ségla offers fragrant rose hip tea, candied violets and chocolate layered over fresh black currants, black cherry, tobacco and dusty earth. Medium- to full-bodied, it possesses a beautifully textured core of black and blue fruits accented by abundant floral nuances and refreshing lift. A blend of 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot.

97 Points - Wine Enthusiast

Fine, dark tannins provide the foundation for this sophisticated and structured Margaux. Ripe black fruit and vibrant acidity are beautifully shaped by the wine's refined tannic framework, creating richness without sacrificing precision. Built for prolonged development in bottle, it possesses considerable aging potential. Best from 2026 onward. Cellar Selection.

95 Points - Decanter

Powerful and brooding, the 2016 Rauzan-Ségla offers considerable aromatic complexity supported by vibrant acidity and substantial tannins. With air, menthol, licorice root, grilled cedar and sweet spices emerge across the palate. Classical in style and clearly built for longevity, it should gain greater harmony and complexity with extended bottle age.

95 Points - Wine Spectator

Creamy plum, blackberry and boysenberry flavors infused with anise form a vivid fruit core. Substantial yet velvety tannins provide structure, while violet, graphite and black tea add complexity and refinement. Beautifully textured and persistent, the wine carries its fruit and savory nuances through a long, flowing finish. Best from 2023 through 2038.