Vin Château Rauzan-Ségla

The wines here have delighted many well-know figures, most famously Thomas Jefferson, and some decades later, the 1855 Classification ranked Chateau Rauzan-Segla as a Second Growth. The actual chateau was built in 1903, designed by architect Louis Garros, who drew inspiriation from the original Perigord-style buildings in the the chateau, as well as G. LeBreton who designed the park and green spaces. Chateau Rauzan-Segla and Mouton Rothschild were considered the leading 2eme Cru Classe Bordeaux properties during the 19th century. However, while the fortunes of Mouton prospered in the 20th century, culminating in its elevation to 1er Cru status in 1973, Rauzan-Segla`s reputation dwindled and a succession of disappointing wines were produced. In 1986, a brand-new cuverie was built. A succession of eye-catching wines were produced at Rauzan-Ségla in the mid to late 80s and early 1990s. CHANEL purchased Chateau Rauzan-Segla in April 1994 and immediately started a full renovation programme. Today, 52 hectares are in production at Rauzan-Segla and the grapes (63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc) are fermented in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks. The wine is then matured in barriques (60% new) for 18 months.