

The 70-hectare vineyard of Chateau
Phelan Segur is planted to 58% Cabernet Sauvignon and 39% Merlot, 1.5% Cabernet
Franc and 1.5% Petit Verdot. The vineyard has a terroir of gravel, sand and
clay based soils. The vines are primarily in three locations. 8 hectares of
vines are planted close to the chateau. A larger portion of vines are located
not far from Chateau Calon Segur. However, their best terroir, which is also
their largest holding is situated quite close to Chateau Montrose. They have
slopes and hills that reach 30 meters in elevation. The vineyard can be divided
into 4 large blocks, and those can be further subdivided into close to 70
different parcels.

CHATEAU PHELAN SEGUR - SAINT ESTEPHE - 2016
The 70-hectare vineyard of Chateau
Phelan Segur is planted to 58% Cabernet Sauvignon and 39% Merlot, 1.5% Cabernet
Franc and 1.5% Petit Verdot. The vineyard has a terroir of gravel, sand and
clay based soils. The vines are primarily in three locations. 8 hectares of
vines are planted close to the chateau. A larger portion of vines are located
not far from Chateau Calon Segur. However, their best terroir, which is also
their largest holding is situated quite close to Chateau Montrose. They have
slopes and hills that reach 30 meters in elevation. The vineyard can be divided
into 4 large blocks, and those can be further subdivided into close to 70
different parcels.
Tasting Notes
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2016 Phelan Segur
gives elegant red and black currants, kirsch and black berries with violets and
chocolate box scents plus a waft of cigars. The palate is medium-bodied,
elegant, fine grained and fresh with great vibrancy and mineral notes on the
finish.
Grape Varieties
55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot.
Size
750 ml.