Rauzan-Sgla 1855 Cabernet Sauvignon

1661 Pierre Desmezures Margaux Latour Sgla Rauzan-Sgla1994 Chanel Chteau Canon Napa St. Supry

Chanel Nicolas Audebert Rauzan-Sgla Chanel

AOC Margaux

58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc

13.5%

750

18 (60% )

(Robert Parker’s rating: 90 points)
2013 Rauzan-Sgla

(James Suckling’s rating: 91 points)

Chteau Rauzan-Sgla, ranked as a second growth in the 1855 classification of Margaux, is renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignondriven blend with richness and concentration.

Founded in 1661 by Pierre Desmezures, who also owned Margaux and Latour, the estate later passed to the Baroness of Sgla, who gave it its current name. In 1994, Chanel acquired Rauzan-Sgla, adding it to a portfolio that includes Chteau Canon in Bordeaux and St. Supry in Napa.

Since Chanels acquisition, quality has markedly improved: machine harvesting was eliminated, vineyards are managed plot by plot, and grapes are hand-sorted before aging in fine oak barrels. Under the leadership of Nicolas Audebert, Rauzan-Sgla has been restored to its full splendour, embodying Chanels philosophy of precision and artistry. Today, Rauzan-Sgla is admired for its elegance, balance, and consistency, often considered one of the finest among the second growths.

Appellation:
AOC Margaux, Bordeaux

Type:
Red/Rouge (Still)

Grape Varieties:
58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc

Alcohol Content:
13.5%

Volume:
750mL

Vinification:
Aging for 18 months with 60% new barrels

Tasting Notes:
(Robert Parker’s rating: 90 points)
Medium to deep garnet in color, the 2013 Rauzan-Sgla gives up notes of warm plums, Morello cherries, cassis and espresso with hints of dried Provence herbs, woodsmoke and damp soil. Medium bodied, the palate gives lovely freshness and bags of earth-laced red and black fruits with a chewy texture and a lively herbal lift on the finish.

(James Suckling’s rating: 91 points)
Extremely perfumed and pretty for the vintage with rose petal, currant, berry and hints of citrus. Medium to full body, firm tannins and refreshing acidity. Flavorful and bright.