Chateau Phelan Segur - Saint-Estephe Red 2014 Magnum

Grapes

Cabernet Sauvignon (64%), Merlot (36%)

Winemaker notes

The Grand Vin of Château Phélan Ségur comes from this magnificent terroir of Saint-Estèphe where power dominates. Strengthened by its origins, Château Phélan Ségur has created its identity based on elegance and finesse. With a certain restraint and great precision, it reveals the purity of the fruit, the accuracy of its structure, the silkiness of its tannins, all with a natural freshness. After long ageing, it reveals a bouquet of a rare complexity, the oak harmoniously integrated. This subtle and authentic balance creates an intense emotion. Château Phélan Ségur is known for its potential to age over several decades. An old vintage opens new aromatic horizons with an unexpected richness: the warmth of spices, the generosity of ripe fruits and the nobility of leather. Its texture is refined, its power is calmed. This fullness is a testimony to the passage of time and this blossoming is the reward of astute patience. Exceptional vintages born of the generosity of Nature transcended by the talent of man. Beyond these undisputed landmarks, there are vintages dear to the team at the Château. They are witnesses to the life of the property and the expression of great emotions.

Expert ratings

Wine Enthusiast 94/100

More About the Winery

Located in the northern Médoc, overlooking the Gironde estuary, Château Phélan Ségur is one of the leading estates of Saint-Estèphe, renowned for its consistency and classic Left Bank character.

The vineyard benefits from a terroir composed of gravel over clay, a defining feature of Saint-Estèphe. While the gravel ensures excellent drainage and favours Cabernet Sauvignon, the underlying clay brings structure, depth, and a distinctive firmness to the wines.

The blend is typically led by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, resulting in a style that balances power with approachability. Compared to some of its neighbours, Phélan Ségur often expresses a slightly more polished and accessible profile, while retaining the backbone and ageing potential of the appellation.

In the glass, the wine reveals blackcurrant, plum, cedar, and graphite, with subtle hints of spice and earth. The tannins are present but refined, supporting a structured yet harmonious palate.

Over time, the wine evolves towards greater complexity, developing notes of tobacco, leather, and savoury depth, while maintaining freshness and balance.

Château Phélan Ségur represents the essence of Saint-Estèphe: structured, reliable, and deeply rooted in its terroir, offering wines that combine classicism with a modern sense of precision and drinkability.