| Region of Production: | Margaux AOP |
| Winery Location: | Margaux |
| Year Established: | 1661 |
| Classification: | second growth, Médoc 1855 |
Vineyard Holdings
60 ha
- 54% Cabernet Sauvignon
- 41% Merlot
- 4% Petit Verdot
- 1% Cabernet Franc
Top Wines Produced & Inaugural Vintages
- Château Rauzan-Ségla
- Ségla
Average Total Production
- 220,000 bottles (Typically 40-50% is the grand vin.)
Summary
Rauzan-Ségla is by far the better-performing of the two Rauzan estates today, but it still struggles to merit its ranking as a second growth. The original Rauzan property, comprising both Ségla and Gassies, split in 1763; through marriage to a Rauzan daughter the Baron Ségla acquired this portion of the estate. It remained the property of his descendants until 1866. It survives several changes of ownership but the quality of the wines and the attention to the vineyards and winery dips noticeably by the latter 20th century. In 1994 Chanel purchased the estate, resumed use of the original spelling (Rauzan had become Rausan sometime beforehand), and put the estate back on track to attain its potential.
Style & Vinification Techniques
Rauzan-Ségla in the modern age is a classic, finesse-driven Margaux blend, incorporating 50-60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50-60% new oak.
Producer Website: Château Rauzan-Ségla