Magnum Château Calon Ségur - Saint-Estèphe 1999

Wine Advocate

87 / 100

par Robert Parker le 30/04/2002

This supple 1999 is an elegant, lighter-styled Calon-Segur, particularly when compared to the 2000. It exhibits an evolved color, sweet cherry and dusty berry fruit, and hints of dried herbs. It is a spicy, cherry-flavored effort with a style reminiscent of a Beaune premier cru. The blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Franc has resulted in a wine of elegance and finesse rather than one with a lot of stuffing and power. Drink it during its first 7-10 years of life.

Wine Spectator

86 / 100

par James Suckling le 31/03/2002

A pretty and caressing red, with fine tannins and a good amount of berry and mineral character. Medium body. Light finish. Best after 2003.

Wine Advocate

88-89 / 100

par Robert Parker le 30/04/2001

I was entirely too harsh on this wine when tasted last year. Having put on weight and filled out in the mid-palate, it is, atypically, one 1999 that will require 4-5 years of cellaring. It exhibits a dense ruby/purple color, smoky, earthy aromas of dried herbs, roasted meats, and black fruits. Well-made, with considerable tannin, a good mid-palate, and a moderately long finish, it will be at its best between 2006-2025.

Wine Advocate

85-86 / 100

par Robert Parker le 30/04/2000

Gritty tannin, a pronounced loamy soil/earthiness, and a dusty texture are present in this medium-bodied, uninspiring effort. Notes of sweet cherries, medium body, and a ripe attack are present, but the wine falls off to reveal a shallow finish. While good, it will evolve quickly. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2010.