Château Angelus 2019

Exceptional aromatic complexity and purity, delicate notes of fresh berries, a hint of clove; full attack, an immensely fruity evolution over a present tannic structure, great density, depth and length, perfectly balanced alcohol; ranks among the best wines ever produced here. Grande purezza.

Beautifully expressive nose, really so welcoming with hints of sweet red cherries, raspberries, milk chocolate and touches of perfume too - soft but really defined. On the palate there is such charming grip from the tannins and flavour that just takes hold straight away but not in an overly dominating way. It's smooth but precise, driven from start to finish. Softly chewy tannins coat the tongue with black fruit and some creaminess alongside excellent acidity that gives a mouthwateringly fresh and cooling aspect underneath the ripe red and black fruit flavours. This has real life and energy, bright with clear complexity and layers of fruit, oak and terroir that comes across as a spicy but also wet stone, mineral undertone. Seriously good. You almost want to drink this now and just capture all the elements going on but they'll continue to soften and integrate over time and also let the beautiful Cabernet Franc elements integrate and come more into play over time. A success in 2019.

Redcurrants, sweet tobacco and flowers with some sandalwood. Very perfumed and floral. So pure. Full-bodied, yet so refined and layered, with a soft, compact palate and a crushed-velvet mouthfeel. Poised fruit at the end, together with fresh, rare wood and a light chocolate undertone to the aftertaste. This is open, yet there’s so much in reserve. 60% merlot and 40% cabernet franc. Leave it in the cellar for at least eight years. Try after 2029.

The 2019 Angélus is every bit as impressive as it was from barrel. Silky, medium in body and wonderfully nuanced, the 2019 is pure class. All the elements come together so beautifully as the 2019 builds with a bit of air. Forty percent of the Franc was aged in cask, an approach that works so well here in coaxing all of the energy of Franc to complement the Merlot.

Intellectual hedonism is the name of the game here. Opaque ruby in color, the first thing you notice is all the just-picked spring flowers before moving on to smoke, fennel, espresso, black and red fruits, and earthy nuances. Concentrated layers of velvety fruit are everywhere here, with a continuous display of red and black fruits. The finish, with its cashmere tannins and vibrancy, stays with you for over 50 seconds. This stunning wine is going to age and evolve for decades and will be seen as one of the top vintages of Chateau Angelus. Drink from 2034–2055.

Based on a final blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the 2019 Château Angélus is knockout stuff, and while I'm not sure it matches the perfect 2018, it's not far off. Gorgeous notes of redcurrants, blueberries, sandalwood, dried flowers, vanilla, and forest floor are just some of its nuances, and it hits the palate with medium to full body, a perfectly balanced, seamless mouthfeel, beautifully ripe tannins, and a great, great finish. It doesn't have the sheer weight or richness of, say, the 1998, 2000, 2005, or even the 2009, but it doesn't lack for intensity or power, and it’s just a beautiful example of modern-day Saint-Emilion. It's already approachable (this was best on day two) yet will keep for another 30+ years.

Deep, concentrated, dark bouquet: cassis, strawberries, currants, dark chocolate, graphite, subtle roasted notes. Dense, multilayered, powerful palate with an elegant, compact structure, varied dark aromatics, robust dark fruit, plenty of fine tannins, and a very long, dense, powerful finish with pronounced retronasal aromas. 19/20 2026 - 2050

Grilled oak notes, this is bursting with rich damson, blueberry and blackberry fruits. It stretches out slowly on the palate, showing hints of liquorice, fennel, bitter chocolate and olive paste, arriving in waves, each taking its time. Great definition and purity of expression, with tannins that are confident yet tender. It is less exuberant than 2018, but it’s built to age and is a total knockout. 100% new oak, some in 30hl oak casks. Harvest from September 24th to October 11th. As of 2018, part of the Cabernet Franc has been aged in 30hl oak casks, with the rest in barrel, 100% new oak. Penultimate vintage for technical director Emmanuelle Fulchi.

Composed of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the 2019 Angelus is deep garnet-purple in color. It prances out with showy notes of candied violets, star anise, and Sichuan pepper, leading to a core of juicy black plums and boysenberry preserves, plus wafts of iron ore and cedar. Full-bodied, rich, and seductive, the palate delivers loads of earthy layers and impressive restraint, supported by fine-grained tannins and finishing fragrant.

A blend of 90% merlot and 10% cabernet franc, this 2019 relies on good acidity that brings appetizing precision and length to an already well-structured finish. A chime that rings true.

A restrained élevage on a classic frame for the 2019, showing commendable freshness over a structure that is indeed firm, yet more velvety than usual. Black fruits are present. The style is imposing in the image of the cru, with lovely-quality tannins.

An elegant, hypnotic nose of charcoal, slate, wild blackberry, rose and sandalwood that invites you to travel. Incredibly fresh and precise on the palate, you can see every pixel of this wonderful wine. The texture is sumptuous, and the notes of dark fruit and spice lift you up and carry you elsewhere. Presence and power for decades, with futuristic precision.

Cold pre-fermentation maceration for 4 to 6 days at 6 degrees. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in tank, while malolactic fermentation occurs in barrels. Aged 100% in new barrels for 22 months. Bottling took place in September 2021. Like many 2019s, Angélus reveals itself slowly. It opens with notes of tea leaves, spices, and licorice. With a bit of air, shades of black berries emerge, followed by hints of graphite and violets. The progression is serene, powerful. The palate’s nuances unfold gradually. The tannic power seems to take the lead, but it is counterbalanced by the freshness of the acidity, which gives the whole palate an energetic edge and undoubtedly enlivens it. An excellent wine, built to age for several decades!

Logo on the cork: inverted T (Trescases) Dark, deep purple colour. Beautiful, highly aromatic nose with pure, suave fruit and a note of orange peel. Delicate on entry, with a meticulous texture, then a melting mid-palate with plenty of flavour; this refined wine gains real depth on the finish, with a sun-kissed touch. Long, very good, and comparable to the stimulation of a great dry white wine.