Phelan Segur St Estephe 2012

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Phelan Segur
Label Name:
 
St Estephe
Vintage:
 
2012
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 91/100; Wine Spectator 90/100; Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 87/100; Jancis Robinson 16. 5/20. Drink window varies by source (commonly cited 2018–2035)

Tasting Note
Blackcurrant and blackberry with cedar, tobacco and earthy notes. Firm yet silky tannins, medium-plus acidity and a long, savory finish with subtle spice.

Food Pairing
Roast lamb, grilled steak, braised short ribs, game, aged hard cheeses; Asian pairings: Peking duck, Korean BBQ (bulgogi), char siu, Sichuan-style beef.

Production Method
Temperature-controlled stainless-steel fermentation; malolactic in barrel; élevage 15–18 months in French oak (approximately 30–55% new).

Vineyard Info
Historic Saint-Estèphe estate (~70 ha) on gravelly-clay soils, founded by the Phélan family; produces structured, Cabernet-led wines prized for longevity.