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Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2019 Rauzan-Ségla is a statuesque Margaux that is all in reserve. There is plenty of power and depth, but the 2019 is pretty closed today. Even so, the 2019 is clearly a wine of harmony and exquisite balance that is playing its cards close to the vest. Sweet dark cherry, plum, licorice spice and a touch of new oak are laced into the vibrant, persistent finish. The 2019 is a super-classic Rauzan-Ségla that will thrill those who can wait. Tasted three times. 01/2022

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Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2019 Rauzan-Ségla is a wine that I did not taste en primeur. Picked from September 12 to October 9 and matured in 60% new oak, it has a gorgeous, seductive bouquet of pure blackberry, bilberry, crushed iris petals and just a hint of licorice. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and good cohesion and depth. The oak is seamlessly integrated on the finish, which lingers like a temptress. Two samples tasted, the second demonstrating a little more salinity on the aftertaste. This will be irresistible. 12/2021

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William Kelley

Robert Parker/Wine Advocate

The 2019 Rauzan-Ségla has turned out brilliantly, unwinding in the glass with fragrant aromas of cassis, blackberries, violets, rose petals and sweet soil tones. Medium to full-bodied, seamless and concentrated, it's deep and layered, with beautifully refined tannins, lively acids and a long, perfumed finish. This is a sensual, elegant Rauzan-Ségla from Nicolas Audebert and his team. 04/2022

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Jean-Marc Quarin

Jean-Marc Quarin

Couleur noire et intense, aux reflets pourpres. Nez très aromatique, fin, fruité, subtil, complexe et noble. Délicat en entrée de bouche, très aromatique au milieu, complexe et savoureux, le vin prend du goût entre le milieu et la finale et s'étire, offrant du fruit et des nuances florales. Ensemble juteux, profond, à la trame tannique un brin austère derrière laquelle reviennent de multiples arômes. Du grand vin racé. Bravo ! 03/2022

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James Suckling

James Suckling

Subtle and complex aromas of sweet berries, rose stems and lavend 02/2022er with some sandalwood. Medium-to full-bodied with beautiful depth of fruit, creamy tannins and lots of chocolate and berry character. Yet, it’s tight at the end, showing beautiful depth and length. So structured. Try after 2027. 02/2022