Château Rauzan Ségla Margaux 1855 2ième Cru 2011

Austere and a little closed right now, this is not hugely generous at first but opens to show silky tannins, with elegance and balance. Puts the focus squarely on mint leaf and eucalyptus, along with slate and cassis. Ready to drink, although no rush and will soften further over next few years. First vintage with François Baudoux as Chef de Culture, John Kolasa director. 28hl/h, 3.33ph, 70% new oak, harvest September 8 to 28.