{"product_id":"chateau-rauzan-segla-1998","title":"Château Rauzan Segla 1998","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"2a0f8b1f-29f5-4ea0-b8ad-83fa2e5c467b\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"29\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"29\"\u003eChâteau Rauzan-Ségla 1998\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"44\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChâteau Rauzan-Ségla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Margaux, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"130\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"142\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1998 | \u003cstrong data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"169\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deuxième Cru Classé (Second Growth, 1855)\u003cbr data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"214\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"224\"\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot\u003cbr data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"306\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"326\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010–2038+ | \u003cstrong data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"360\"\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"377\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"fqpvuy\" data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"395\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eChâteau Rauzan-Ségla is one of Margaux's most distinguished classified growths, celebrated for producing wines that combine perfume, finesse, and remarkable longevity. Its exceptional gravelly terroir, coupled with meticulous vineyard management, consistently yields wines of elegance and complexity that exemplify the finest qualities of the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eThe 1998 vintage has matured beautifully, revealing the graceful character that has made Rauzan-Ségla one of Bordeaux's most admired estates. Silky tannins, vibrant fruit, and beautifully integrated tertiary notes create a wine of harmony and sophistication. Now in an excellent drinking window, it offers the perfect balance between youthful vitality and mature complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1857nbr\" data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant aromas of blackcurrant, red cherry, violet, cedar, cigar box, graphite, and subtle truffle with hints of sweet spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to full-bodied with a velvety texture and refined tannins. Layers of cassis, plum, and red berries are complemented by notes of tobacco, cocoa, forest floor, and mineral freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, poised, and beautifully persistent, with lingering floral notes, cedar, and classic Margaux elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"j3lacs\" data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eDating back to the 17th century, Château Rauzan-Ségla has long been regarded as one of the benchmark estates of Margaux. Today, the château continues to produce wines of exceptional purity and refinement, combining traditional Bordeaux character with precision and consistency worthy of its Second Growth status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"13z8f5d\" data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2006\"\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats; aged for approximately 18 months in French oak barrels (around 50–60% new)\u003cbr data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~12.5–13% ABV\u003cbr data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2193\"\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drinking superbly now with decanting; will continue to evolve gracefully through 2038+.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ti1y5t\" data-start=\"2288\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2320\"\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003eIdeal with:\u003cbr data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003e– Roast lamb with rosemary\u003cbr data-start=\"2362\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003e– Beef fillet or côte de bœuf\u003cbr data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003e– Duck breast\u003cbr data-start=\"2410\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003e– Wild mushroom dishes\u003cbr data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003e– Mature hard cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2466\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 12","offer_id":54190921941325,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0435_ec0c971d-b673-4b21-a8a0-4e2da2bf61c0.jpg?v=1783616249","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/chateau-rauzan-segla-1998","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}