Frank Phélan – Saint-Estèphe – Red – 2016:

 

Frank Phélan: The Luxurious, Approachable Saint-Estèphe

Frank Phélan is the acclaimed second wine of the renowned Château Phélan Ségur, embodying the estate’s commitment to quality while offering an earlier-drinking, more approachable style of Saint-Estèphe. Named after the founder’s son, it is crafted from a selection of the estate’s younger vines and specific older parcels, benefiting from the identical meticulous care as the Grand Vin. This is a powerful, yet elegant Bordeaux, designed for those who seek the classic Médoc structure without the decades-long wait.

Tasting Notes (Typical Vintage)

• Color: A deep, brilliant ruby red with subtle garnet hues.
• Nose: Complex and inviting, featuring concentrated dark fruit aromas (blackcurrant, blackberry) layered with notes of spice, licorice, and a sophisticated whisper of cedar from oak aging.
• Palate: Full-bodied and velvety on the entry, the texture is refined and delicate. It showcases intense, pure fruit supported by a precisely sculpted tannic framework that is already supple. The finish is long, persistent, and remarkably well-balanced.

Pairing & Service

This wine is a superb partner for rich, savory dishes. Serve at 63°F-65°F (17°C-18°C). We recommend decanting for one hour to fully express its bouquet.

• Drinking Window: Excellent now, but can age gracefully for 5 to 15 years.

Saint-Estèphe 2016
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