Angelus 2001

A bit edgy and already quite evolved. Tastes initially like thick, sweet ink and then is lifted by some freshness on the finish. Not overdone.

Score: 17 - 18

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2011-2023 27 March 2012

Tasted blind at Bordeaux Index’s 10-Year On horizontal. This is very youthful and limpid in colour and sports a very modern nose: plush, luscious dark red fruits such as crushed strawberry, redcurrant and a touch of cranberry, creamy new oak. Not overbearing, this is a lovely, almost ravishing bouquet. The palate is full-bodied with a creamy, quite oaky entry, slightly lower acidity than its peers and showing less secondary characteristics. Rounded and creamy towards the plum and cranberry finish, smooth and harmonious, this is what you might describe as a 'sexy Saint Emilion'. However, it needs to develop another dimension and more character. Speaks more of the winemaking than the terroir at the moment but give it time. Tasted March 2011.

Score: 95

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 May 2011

Intense aromas of earth, spice and new wood with fruit. Full-bodied and chewy with plenty of fruit and vanilla. Rich and exciting. Long finish. Angélus is a consistent winner and did well here. Best after 2006. 6,665 cases made.

Score: 92

James Suckling, Wine Spectator 31 March 2004