2024 Château Calon-Ségur

Château Calon-Ségur and the history of the estate

Château Calon-Ségur is a historic name in Bordeaux and has enjoyed international fame as a Third Classified Growth since 1855. Located in the northern part of the Médoc, in the Saint-Estèphe appellation, the estate was originally managed by the Marquis de Ségur – who also owned Lafite and Latour – but had Calon-Ségur in his heart. Since 2012, the estate has been owned by the French insurance company Suravenir. Under the leadership of technical director Vincent Millet and oenologist Éric Boissenot, Calon-Ségur has further evolved towards precision and terroir expression.

Location, soil structure and climatic characteristics

The 55-hectare vineyard of Calon-Ségur is located on a plateau with a thick gravel layer of Quaternary origin, with a subsoil of clay from the Tertiary. On top of the gravel is a fine layer of lacustrine clay. This complex soil structure provides excellent drainage, water retention and thermal regulation – essential for balanced ripening of the grapes in the cool, maritime climate of the Médoc.

Grape composition and harvest for Château Calon-Ségur 2024

The blend for the 2024 vintage is composed of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot. The average age of the vines is 21 years and the planting density is 8,000 vines per hectare. The grapes were harvested by hand between September 23 (Merlot) and October 9 (Cabernet and Petit Verdot), with preliminary selection on the vine and mechanical and manual sorting on the estate.

Vinification and maturation of Château Calon-Ségur 2024

After a strict selection, the grapes underwent vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel tronconical tanks. Maceration lasted 18 to 21 days. Micro-bubbling, co-inoculation with exogenous yeasts and bacteria at 25°C were used. The wine was aged for 20 months in 100% new French oak, which contributed structure and complexity without masking the pure fruit expression.

Color, aroma and flavor profile of Château Calon-Ségur 2024

The wine has a deep ruby red colour with purple reflections. On the nose, the 2024 shows itself intense and layered, with aromas of blackcurrants, plums, cedar and violets. Subtle spicy accents and mineral nuances enhance the complexity. The attack on the palate is full and concentrated, with refined tannin structure, lively acidity and a persistent, elegant finish. The wine is powerful but perfectly balanced and offers excellent ageing potential.

Ratings: 96-97 James Suckling, 95-97 Alexandre Ma, 94 Falstaff Magazine, 93-95 Wine Advocate, 93-95 Vinous (A. Galloni), 93-95 Jeb Dunnuck, 93 Decanter, 92-94 The Wine Independent (L. Perrotti-Brown), 92 Jane Anson, 91-93 Vinous (N. Martin)

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Wine and food pairings with Château Calon-Ségur 2024

• Leg of lamb with thyme, garlic and baby potatoes – the savoury character matches the structure and spiciness of the wine.
• Wild duck breast with blackcurrant jus – the fruity sauce highlights the ripe fruit in the wine, while the meat softens the tannins.
• Beef stew with bay leaves and root vegetables – the rich flavour is balanced by the fresh acidity and long finish.
• Mushroom risotto with Parmesan cheese – the earthy notes of the dish complement the minerality of the wine.
• Grilled aubergine with miso glaze – a surprising combination in which umami and spices blend harmoniously with the wine.
• Ravioli filled with truffle and ricotta in sage butter – refined and creamy with a complex texture that matches the depth of this Saint-Estèphe.