Tasting Notes
Neal Martin 91
The 2020 Chateau Angludet is the product of a crop that suffered frost damage earlier in the season with a reduced percentage of Merlot. It has a lovely nose, maybe not quite as “brisk” as I described out of barrel, yet harmonious with those appealing black fruit laced with iris flower and violet. The palate is medium-bodied, the 30% aging in amphora imparting the spiciness, the liberal dose of black pepper towards the still gritty finish. Lovely length, lovely Margaux, lovely d’Angludet.
Anticipated maturity: 2025-2040
Antonio Galloni 89
The 2020 Angludet is packed with dark fruit, chocolate, herbs and sweet French oak. Elevage has softened some of the burlier contours that were present en primeur. This forward, juicy Margaux looks like a near and mid-term proposition.
Anticipated maturity: 2023-2028
Wine Advocate 90
Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2020 D’Angludet comes skipping out of the glass with cheery, upfront scents of baked blueberries, stewed plums and redcurrant jelly, plus wafts of chocolate box and potpourri. The medium-bodied palate is juicy and refreshing, offering soft tannins and a satisfyingly fruity finish.
Anticipated maturity: 2023-2034
JancisRobinson.com 16.5
46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 12% Petit Verdot.Mid crimson. Fragrant with both red and black fruit, open and inviting but not overly sweet-fruited. Sweeter-tasting on the palate, with red plums and oak sweetness. Incredibly smooth texture, rounded, approachable and yet still fresh. Almost soft on the finish. (JH)
Anticipated maturity: 2025-2038
