2018 Chateau Rauzan-Segla Margaux Shaw + Smith vertical structure and class to

vertical structure and class to burn

but there is so much potential in this long-lived vintage

cropped at 50 hectoliters per hectare

' The 2021 Valandraud is silky and complex

with lime-edged acidity keeping everything in check

2018 Chateau Rauzan-Segla Margaux Shaw + Smith vertical structure and class toAromas of crushed blackberries and blueberries with dried flowers and bark, following through to a full body with a tight and powerful palate of beautiful fruit and chewy yet polished tannins that are compressed and impressive. Extremely linear and intense. Muscular, in a toned way. Yet it opens in the mouth at you taste it. 60% cabernet sauvignon and 40% merlot. 99 Pts James Suckling