96-98

Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2023 Rauzan-Ségla is fabulous. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2023 soars out of the glass with captivating aromatics. Readers will find a vertical, deep Margaux endowed with tremendous character and nuance. All the elements are so well-balanced. Crushed rocks, plum, blood orange, spice and leather are some of the notes that explode into the finish. In 2023, the Grand Vin is distinctly red-fruited and vibrant. Rauzan-Ségla is one of the most memorable wines of the vintage. It was nothing short of stellar on the four occasions I tasted it. 04/2024

93-95

Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2023 Rauzan-Ségla was picked from September 7 until 29 at 30hL/ha, matured in 55% new oak. It contains more Cabernet Sauvignon this year (85%) due to the mildew-affected Merlot being parsed out of the blend. This has a very aromatic bouquet of wilted violets, black cherries and hints of camphor, with a faint oyster shell note lingering in the background. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins. This is endowed with tension and purity, while a light marine influence imparts character. Armed with an energetic, spicy finish, this is a more classical Rauzan-Ségla that deserves five or six years in bottle. Even so, it already conveys an air of sophistication. 042/2024

94-96

William Kelley

Robert Parker/Wine Advocate

The 2023 Rauzan-Ségla shows considerable promise, unwinding in the glass with aromas of cherries, dark berries and plums mingled with hints of pencil shavings and violets. Medium to full-bodied, layered and concentrated, it's deep and fleshy, with terrific purity of fruit, supple tannins and a long, resonant finish. This classic in the making is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13.5% Merlot and 1.5% Petit Verdot. 04/2024

93-95+

Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

This estate continues to never put a foot wrong, and their 2023 Château Rauzan-Ségla is one class act. Deep purple-hued, with fabulous aromatics of cassis, smoky blue fruits, tobacco, spicy oak, and subtle floral notes, it hits the palate with medium to full-bodied richness, a polished, incredibly elegant mouthfeel, and ripe, fine-grained tannins. It's not a blockbuster, but it shines for its flawless balance, complexity, and length. 05/2024

95

Jean-Marc Quarin

Jean-Marc Quarin

Couleur noire et intense. Nez très aromatique, au fruité frais et suave, qui s'amplifie encore à l'agitation du verre. Charnu en entrée de bouche, parfumé au milieu, accompagné d'un gras fin et d'un déroulé impeccable, le vin évolue long. Touche légèrement tannique dans la persistance, mais aussi en même temps florale. Propriété en conversion bio qui sera certifiée en 2024. Assemblage : 85 % cabernet sauvignon, 13,5 % merlot, 1,5 % petit verdot. Degré d'alcool : 13°5 - pH : 3,61. 14 % de vin de presse. Rendement : 30 hl/ha. 04/2024