Classified Second Growth in 1855 and owned by 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 fine-grained tannins that are already approachable. A window into Grand Vin Margaux without decades of cellaring.Biodynamic Canon-Fronsac from the excellent 2016 vintage, now at peak drinking. Silky tannins, dark fruit, and graphite. Right Bank quality, fraction of the price.