Marquis de Calon Saint-Estèphe 2011 is the elegant second wine of Château Calon Ségur, offering a softer, more approachable expression of the estate. It shows bright cherry and red currant fruit with subtle vanilla and graphite notes, supported by a smooth, balanced palate and velvety texture. Ready to enjoy, it captures the charm and classic character of Saint-Estèphe in an easy-drinking style.

The Wine Advocate | RP 86-88
Published: May 31, 2012

The 2011 Marquis de Calon is not usually shown during en primeur, a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. It has a ripe, simple nose of buoyant red cherry and strawberry fruit with a touch of vanilla. The palate is rounded and fleshy on the entry with fine acidity, well balanced with a pleasing long finish with a nice graphite thread on the aftertaste. Tasted April 2012.

Wine Spectator | WS 88
Published: Mar 31, 2014

The bright, high-pitched lilac, cherry and red currant fruit is allied to a sleek iron spine. Stays brisk and pure through the finish, with a twinge of cherry pit. Drink now through 2018. 7,915 cases made.

Vivino | Vivino 3.9

The estate’s Second Wine is a different expression of the Calon terroir. With an average proportion of 75% Merlot in the blend, it is enjoyable to drink in the immediate term and exhibits a warm and velvety character. It is aged in barrels, a third of which are new, for up to 18 months.

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The estate's Second Wine offers a different interpretation of the Calon terroir. With an average of 75% Merlot in the blends, Le Marquis de Calon Segur is totally distinct from the First Wine. It benefits from a true expression of its own, underlines Vincent Millet. The plots are separated out from the beginning. Le Marquis de Calon Segur provides immediate enjoyment, warmth and a velvety texture. It is carefully aged generally for 17 months in oak barrels, a third of which are new. Deliciously easy-drinking, silky and expressive, its charm comes to the fore, while at the same time bringing to our minds the elegance of the Grand Vin.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 12.5% ABV
Closure: Natural Cork
Vintage: 2011
Grape Varieties: 50% Merlot, 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Petit Verdot
Vineyard: Clay and gravel soils in Saint-Estèphe
Harvest: Hand-picked
Vinification: Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless-steel tanks
Oak: French oak barrels
Ageing: Approximately 17 months in barriques, around 30% new oak
Producer: Château Calon-Ségur
Classification: Second Wine of Château Calon-Ségur
“Le Marquis de Calon Ségur” received a new label from the 2013 vintage.
Region: Bordeaux, France
Appellation: Saint-Estèphe AOC

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: 30 minutes; older bottles should be handled gently and served after careful inspection for sediment.
Food Pairing: Excellent with roast beef, lamb, duck, steak frites, grilled mushrooms, charcuterie and mature hard cheeses.