Lees aging adds a touch of roundness without sacrificing tension
with all harvesting done by hand
while the Extra Brut finish (typically 2–3g/L dosage) keeps it focused and saline
even if you’re in your sweats
low-intervention wines that buzz with energy and transparency
Chateau Rauzan-Segla, Margaux, 2017 grower champagne Lees aging adds a touchClassified Second Growth in 1855 and owned by Chanel since 1994, Rauzan Sgla represents Margaux at its most refined. The 2017 vintageoften overlooked between the celebrated '15, '16, and '18offers elegant, accessible Margaux with the estate's trademark perfume and silky texture. Director Nicolas Audebert has elevated quality to rival First Growths, with meticulous vineyard work and precise selection. This shows violets, blackcurrant, and cedar, with