The 2018 Le Marquis de Calon Ségur is a drop-dead gorgeous second wine from Calon Ségur. Bright, lifted and punchy, the 2018 has so much to offer. Expressive floral, savory and spiced notes from the Cabernet add shades of nuance to a core of dark red and purplish berry fruit. Beautifully textured and inviting, the Marquis is positively stunning in 2018. The blend is 53% Merlot and 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, mostly young vines planted between 2008 and 2012. It is a gorgeous second wine from Calon Ségur. Tasted four times.

The 2018 Le Marquis de Calon was cropped at 41hl/ha and underwent a 20-day cuvaison, matured for 17 months in 30% new oak. It has a slightly confit-like bouquet, more red fruit than black (unlike the previous vintage) with hints of fresh fig developing with time in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with a sweet confit-like entry, although I notice a slight greenness underneath that juts out on the slightly peppery finish. Not bad, although the 2017 demonstrates more composure and class.