Angelus 2010

Château Angélus 2010, named "L'OPULENT" by the Angélus team, is a vintage of remarkable richness and precision. The growing season was blessed with ideal weather conditions, with sunny days and cool nights fostering the development of refined polyphenols, while disease pressure remained minimal. The wine presents a deep black color and powerful, pure aromas that captivate the senses. On the palate, it boasts an impressive tannic structure that is subtly expressed, balancing lushness with an elegant freshness, largely attributed to the exceptional Cabernet Franc grapes. This is a classic, full-bodied vintage with great depth and finesse, designed for long-term aging, with its complex layers promising a lasting and memorable experience.

Robert Parker - 99+ Points

"The deep garnet colored 2010 Angélus is an atomic bomb of powerful fruit scents from the moment the cork is pulled! Boysenberries, stewed plums, blackcurrant cordial and black raspberries all burst from the glass, followed up by nuances of tar, star anise, mocha and unsmoked cigars plus a waft of camphor. The big, rich, full-bodied palate is built like a brick house, featuring super firm, ripe, grainy tannins and tons of freshness to support the taut, muscular black fruits, finishing very long and savory. It's starting to enter its drinking window, but based on this tasting, I would recommend waiting another 3-5 years before broaching and then drinking it over the next 40+ years."

Antonio Galloni - 98 Points

"The 2010 Angélus seems to be improving in bottle year after year. It has a detailed and precise bouquet with ample black fruit, sous-bois, black truffle and light humidor aromas. It is incredibly complex and involving. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins. This is very cohesive and exerts just the right amount of grip. Great precision towards the finish with a judicious sprinkling of white pepper and sage. This is the best bottle of 2010 Angélus that I have met. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 10-Year On Bordeaux horizontal."