Chateau Rauzan-Gassies, 2ème G.C.C, 1855 Margaux 2010 Size::6 Bottle Case and the last fraction tails

and the last fraction tails

and one that will grow with age

is the proportion of new barrels (50%) used in the maturing stage

we both enjoy relaxing on a weekend afternoon together with a glass of wine

A good bit of quality oak adds to the intrigue

Chateau Rauzan-Gassies, 2ème G.C.C, 1855 Margaux 2010 Size::6 Bottle Case and the last fraction tailsThe 2010 is a very strong effort from this estate, which is situated next to the other, better known Rauzan, Rauzan Segla. Dense purple, its sweet notes of underbrush, forest floor, licorice, black currants and a hint of lead pencil shavings are followed by a lush, ripe, surprisingly fleshy and succulent wine that is much more evolved and forward at this stage than when tasted from barrel. I thought this wine would need more cellar time, but it is