Rauzan Gassies
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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£152.65 |
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Imbued with the rich tradition of Bordeaux winemaking, Rauzan-Gassies 1985 is an elegant, mature Margaux. Crafted in the esteemed Second Growth château of Rauzan-Gassies, this wine showcases a powerful expression of Cabernet Sauvignon blended with Merlot, Petit Verdot, and, in some vintages, Cabernet Franc. The meticulous approach to vinification and strict selection process is evident in the depth and complexity of this 1985 vintage. Profound notes of dried fruits interlaced with leather, tobacco, and earthy undertones deliver a smooth, luscious palate. Rewarding patient cellaring, Rauzan-Gassies 1985 has gracefully achieved a balance of robust structure and delicate, nuanced flavours. This wine reflects not just the distinctive terroir of the Haut-Médoc, but also the unwavering commitment to quality that defines the Rauzan-Gassies estate. A treasure in any connoisseur's collection, Rauzan-Gassies 1985 is a testament to the enduring brilliance of Bordeaux. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WA) |
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£547.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Significantly better from bottle than it was from barrel, the 2005 Rauzan-Gassies appears to be the finest wine this estate has ever produced. Dense purple-hued with a beautiful perfume of camphor, creme de cassis, licorice, bay leaf, and incense, it is a full-bodied, stunningly concentrated, broad, rich Margaux with lovely integrated tannins. This backward 2005 will handsomely repay cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2030+. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (WE) |
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£353.54 |
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Wine Enthusiast (90)89-91 Barrel sample. With sweet caramel aromas, this is a jammy wine, all sweet fruits, richness and not much structure. A wine that shows warmth and ripe fruits. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
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£1,069.27 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)91-93 The wine is tight, densely textured, very firm in character. It has considerable weight to go with the sweet fruit, very powerful. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 91 (VN (AG)) |
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£849.67 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (91)The 2015 Rauzan Gassies is powerful and rather rustic, with potent tannins that convey and impression of rusticity. Smoke, grilled herbs, licorice, scorched earth and wild cherry notes add to the wines brooding, virile personality. The 2015 could turn out to be a small jewel of a wine if it softens a bit with time in bottle. The blend is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89 (VN (NM)) |
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£976.18 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2016 Rauzan-Gassies is delineated and focused on the nose, the new oak neatly subsumed into the vibrant red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, a little gritty in texture but with a complex earthy, cedar-tinged finish reminiscent of a Pauillac. Fine length here, but it needs time to smooth out its edges. Still, it's the best bottle I have tasted. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 89 (VN (NM)) |
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£555.64 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2016 Rauzan-Gassies is delineated and focused on the nose, the new oak neatly subsumed into the vibrant red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, a little gritty in texture but with a complex earthy, cedar-tinged finish reminiscent of a Pauillac. Fine length here, but it needs time to smooth out its edges. Still, it's the best bottle I have tasted. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-95 (WA) |
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£547.24 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95). |
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Bordeaux | 11 | 94-95 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£544.84 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Complex aromas of blackcurrant, black truffle, walnut, bark and earth follow through to a full body with dense, refined tannins that are layered and chewy, yet silky. Very long finish. Best since 2015? |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 94-95 (JS) |
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£525.89 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Pretty sample of RG this year with lots of blackberry and blackcurrant character. Full and juicy with solid tannins. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 93-94 (JS) |
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£295.49 |
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James Suckling (93-94)Creamy and tight tannins here, alongside succulent dark-berry, spice and crushed-stone notes. It’s medium-bodied, firm and focused with a velvety finish. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£124.00 |
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Imbued with the rich tradition of Bordeaux winemaking, Rauzan-Gassies 1985 is an elegant, mature Margaux. Crafted in the esteemed Second Growth château of Rauzan-Gassies, this wine showcases a powerful expression of Cabernet Sauvignon blended with Merlot, Petit Verdot, and, in some vintages, Cabernet Franc. The meticulous approach to vinification and strict selection process is evident in the depth and complexity of this 1985 vintage. Profound notes of dried fruits interlaced with leather, tobacco, and earthy undertones deliver a smooth, luscious palate. Rewarding patient cellaring, Rauzan-Gassies 1985 has gracefully achieved a balance of robust structure and delicate, nuanced flavours. This wine reflects not just the distinctive terroir of the Haut-Médoc, but also the unwavering commitment to quality that defines the Rauzan-Gassies estate. A treasure in any connoisseur's collection, Rauzan-Gassies 1985 is a testament to the enduring brilliance of Bordeaux. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
£443.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Significantly better from bottle than it was from barrel, the 2005 Rauzan-Gassies appears to be the finest wine this estate has ever produced. Dense purple-hued with a beautiful perfume of camphor, creme de cassis, licorice, bay leaf, and incense, it is a full-bodied, stunningly concentrated, broad, rich Margaux with lovely integrated tannins. This backward 2005 will handsomely repay cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2030+. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 90 (WE) |
In Bond
£285.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (90)89-91 Barrel sample. With sweet caramel aromas, this is a jammy wine, all sweet fruits, richness and not much structure. A wine that shows warmth and ripe fruits. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WE) |
In Bond
£859.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (92)91-93 The wine is tight, densely textured, very firm in character. It has considerable weight to go with the sweet fruit, very powerful. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 91 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£676.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (91)The 2015 Rauzan Gassies is powerful and rather rustic, with potent tannins that convey and impression of rusticity. Smoke, grilled herbs, licorice, scorched earth and wild cherry notes add to the wines brooding, virile personality. The 2015 could turn out to be a small jewel of a wine if it softens a bit with time in bottle. The blend is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 89 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£775.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2016 Rauzan-Gassies is delineated and focused on the nose, the new oak neatly subsumed into the vibrant red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, a little gritty in texture but with a complex earthy, cedar-tinged finish reminiscent of a Pauillac. Fine length here, but it needs time to smooth out its edges. Still, it's the best bottle I have tasted. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 89 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£447.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (89)The 2016 Rauzan-Gassies is delineated and focused on the nose, the new oak neatly subsumed into the vibrant red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, a little gritty in texture but with a complex earthy, cedar-tinged finish reminiscent of a Pauillac. Fine length here, but it needs time to smooth out its edges. Still, it's the best bottle I have tasted. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-95 (WA) |
In Bond
£440.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93-95). |
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Bordeaux | 11 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£438.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Complex aromas of blackcurrant, black truffle, walnut, bark and earth follow through to a full body with dense, refined tannins that are layered and chewy, yet silky. Very long finish. Best since 2015? |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£419.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Pretty sample of RG this year with lots of blackberry and blackcurrant character. Full and juicy with solid tannins. |
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Bordeaux | 20 | 93-94 (JS) |
In Bond
£227.00 |
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James Suckling (93-94)Creamy and tight tannins here, alongside succulent dark-berry, spice and crushed-stone notes. It’s medium-bodied, firm and focused with a velvety finish. |