1998 Château Calon-Ségur

Description

The 1998 vintage is a "classicist’s Bordeaux." While the Right Bank (Merlot-dominant regions) saw more hype this year, the top estates in Saint-Estèphe like Calon-Ségur produced wines of immense structural integrity and deep, savory complexity.

Highlights

• Vintage: 1998

• Region/Appellation: Saint-Estèphe, Médoc (Bordeaux, France)

• Producer: Château Calon-Ségur

• Grape: A traditional blend of approximately 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot.

• Style: Savory, classic, and elegant; featuring resolved tannins and a long finish marked by earth and forest floor nuances.

• Perfect for: A connoisseur’s dinner or a special anniversary celebration. It is a world-class match for lamb chops with rosemary, roasted duck, or a rich mushroom risotto.