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2009 Château Angélus

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The 2009 Château Angélus is a rich and opulent wine, offering an intoxicating bouquet of blackberries, ripe plums, licorice, mocha, and vanilla. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with velvety tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, luxurious finish. This vintage is approachable yet age-worthy, showcasing exceptional ripeness and depth.


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100

Along with the 2005, the 2009 is the greatest Angelus I've tasted and is a perfect wine in every way. Based on 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc raised in (I believe) 100% new oak, its still youthful ruby/purple color is followed by an incredible perfume of crème de cassis and blueberry fruits as well as notes of white chocolate, Asian spices, flowery incense, and a hint of white truffle. Full-bodied and powerful, it still stays weightless and elegant on the palate, and as all truly great wines do, it offers an amazing amount of both hedonistic and intellectual pleasure. It has a wealth of tannins, incredible depth of fruit, and a finish that won't quit. Drink this magical, heavenly 2009 any time over the coming 20-30 years or more.

Jeb Dunnuck
97

Blended of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet colored 2009 Angélus sings of blackberry preserves, warm black cherries, stewed plums and dried herbs with hints of Chinese five spice, fragrant earth, truffles and new leather. Full, rich, spicy and decadent in the mouth, it has a plush, velvety texture and well-knit freshness, finishing very long with tons of spicy layers.

Robert Parker
97

Intense chocolate and turmeric spices hit you right form the first moment. This is richly textured with a palate that is still almost primary fruit - an intense and impressive wine, with blackberry and black cherry fruits dominant, given balance and freshness by eucalyptus and mint leaf, helped no doubt by the Cabernet Franc that is such a signature of Angélus. Plenty of swagger here, vintage taking precedence over terroir at this stage of its life, and I would suggest giving it another few years in bottle before drinking. Harvest September 25th to October 14th.

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The Estate

Located in Saint-Émilion, Château Angélus derives its name from the vineyard's location, where winemakers could hear the bells of the Mazerat chapel and the churches of Saint-Émilion and Saint-Martin simultaneously ringing the Angelus. Recognized worldwide as one of the flagship estates of the Saint-Émilion appellation, this domaine has been under the leadership of the de Boüard de Laforest family for eight generations. In 2012, Château Angélus joined the iconic Château Cheval Blanc and Château Ausone in the new classification, thus reaching the very exclusive elite of the Saint-Emilion appellation with the rank of Premier Grand Cru Classé A.

10186137764113, 10186131079441 2003
2003
2003

Heat Tests Clay Slopes

Historic summer heat challenged Saint-Émilion, yet the estate's clay-limestone slopes provided crucial water reserves during severe drought. Early August harvest preserved freshness, particularly in the amphitheater's old-vine parcels. The wine shows concentrated black fruits, dark spice, and mineral notes with remarkable power from this unprecedented vintage.

10186137764113, 10186131079441 2005
2005
2005

Perfection from Drought

The 2005 vintage in Bordeaux was near-perfect, with a warm, dry growing season that delivered small, concentrated berries of exceptional ripeness and balance. Château Angélus excelled in these conditions, crafting a wine of remarkable precision, richness, and longevity. Considered one of the greatest vintages of the 21st century, 2005 is a benchmark year for Bordeaux.

10186137764113, 10186131079441 2006
2006
2006

Slow-Ripened Sublimity

Early growth was followed by slow ripening due to August and early September weather, preserving freshness and aging potential. Healthy, perfectly ripe grapes allowed for meticulous harvesting. The resulting wines are dense with vibrant fruit aromas and subtle toasty notes, offering balance and elegant freshness.

10186137764113, 10186131079441 2008
2008
2008

Late-Harvest Luxury

Since the vines were clean and disease-free, harvesting began late on 3rd October. Picking could really be carried out depending solely on the ripeness of each plot and only on fine days. The deep black Merlot with the Cabernet Franc that traditionally does so well at Angelus, produced outstandingly dense wines with thick, richly supple, round body. The aromas are reminiscent of black berries and plum as well as delicate mineral and flowery notes. Long and fresh on the palate, their concentration is expressed as a silky elegance.

10186137764113, 10186131079441 2009
2009
2009

Deep-Garnet Perfection

These wines exhibit a deep, inky black color. Their nose reveals fresh, ripe fruit aromas that avoid any hint of jamminess. The bouquet is dominated by pure notes of red cherries, raspberries, and blackberries. On the palate they display lovely concentration with substance, but are in no way heavy. Their silky tannins balance perfectly with their supple richness. These wines are powerful and concentrated, but velvet smooth and subtle too.

10186137764113, 10186131079441 2016
2016
2016

Late Summer Drives Balance

The 2016 vintage had ideal weather, with a wet spring followed by a dry, sunny summer and perfectly timed rain in September. Château Angélus produced a wine of exceptional balance, combining concentration with remarkable freshness and precision. It is hailed as one of the greatest modern Bordeaux vintages.

10186137764113, 10186131079441 2018
2018
2018

Heat Tests Old Vines

Intense summer heat concentrated fruit on the estate's clay-limestone slopes, while deep soils sustained vines through drought conditions. The amphitheater's natural ventilation provided crucial cooling during the warmest periods. The wine reveals profound black fruits, dark spice, and crushed stone notes with remarkable density characteristic of this solar vintage.

10186137764113, 10186131079441 2019
2019
2019

Ripe Perfection, Classic Structure

Chateau Angélus's 2019 offering demonstrates the estate's ability to excel in increasingly warm growing seasons. A mild spring led to even flowering, but June brought a heatwave that required precise vineyard management to prevent sun damage. Timely rains in July and August refreshed the vines, while a dry, warm September allowed for optimal ripening of both Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The result is a wine of remarkable balance, combining the ripeness of a warm year with the classic freshness and structure that Angélus is known for.

10186137764113, 10186131079441 2021
2021
2021

Elegant Despite Challenges

The 2021 vintage from Chateau Angélus showcases the estate's skill in navigating one of the most challenging vintages in recent memory. Severe spring frost in April significantly reduced yields across Bordeaux, including at Angélus. The summer was unusually cool and wet, increasing disease pressure and requiring meticulous canopy management and green harvesting to ensure proper ripening. Despite these obstacles, the experienced team at Angélus made rigorous selections during harvest and vinification, producing a wine that beautifully reflects both the terroir and the unique character of this testing vintage, with a focus on elegance and aromatic complexity.

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