Barrel Sample. Continuing the renaissance of this estate, this wine shows a fine balance between its dry core of tannins and the bright black currant fruits. The wine's structure is impeccable, and this will be worth aging.

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.

The 2020 Rauzan Gassies is a very beautiful and expressive wine that marries power with finesse. Dark cherry, plum, lavender, espresso and chocolate infuse the 2020 with notable depth. Rauzan Gassies is a pretty rich Margaux, and yet all the elements are so well balanced. I admire the depth and substance here.

With a deep purple-black color, the 2020 Rauzan-Gassies comes galloping out of the glass with powerful notes of warm cassis, stewed blackberries and Morello cherries, plus wafts of tar, raspberry leaves and sautéed herbs with a touch of black truffles. The medium-bodied palate is soft and juicy, featuring plenty of black fruit flavors and just enough freshness, finishing with a peppery kick.

Exotic red and blue fruits, graphite, tobacco, and incense notes all emerge from the 2020 Château Rauzan-Gassies, a medium-bodied, complex, focused, structured 2020 that needs 3-5 years in the cellar due to its firmer tannins. It's a classic, impressive 2020 that will have 15-20 years of overall longevity.