One of the emblems of the Saint-Émilion plateau, Château Angélus 2020 embodies the quintessence of a great Right Bank Bordeaux, both intense and finely chiseled. The vintage delivers deep, luminous material, carried by a masterful balance between fruit and freshness. From vines in organic conversion, rooted in clay-limestone and clay-sandy-limestone soils, this wine marries the sensuality of Merlot with the verticality of Cabernet Franc. The almost black colour opens onto a bouquet of juicy cherries, wild berries and rose petals, edged with a menthol lift and a touch of liquorice. The palate, full-bodied but impeccably controlled, unfolds a tactile grain and admirable precision, culminating in a pure, chalky finish. Rated 97/100 by the international press, Château Angélus 2020 will charm collectors, gourmets and aesthetes seeking a wine that combines aromatic brilliance, depth and long ageing potential.

Assemblage et vinification

This Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC is born from an inspiredly classical blend: Merlot (60%) and Cabernet Franc (40%), coming from vines of advanced average age. Planted on clay and limestone soils, these varieties find a unique expression, both ample and airy. Meticulous parcel work, rigorous sorting and ageing in fûts de chêne shape a silky framework without ever masking the terroir’s signature. The vineyard’s organic conversion contributes to the fruit’s clarity and tasting precision. The generous, luminous 2020 vintage allowed ideal ripeness, providing density, balance and a structuring freshness that extends the finish. Nothing ostentatious here, but haute couture vinification seeking the right detail, perfect measure and purity of expression.

Notes de dégustation

• Robe : Deep, almost black with violet highlights, it announces remarkable concentration and a shine that testifies to controlled extraction.
• Nez : Superb intensity of black cherry and wild berries, emphasised by rose petals, a touch of fresh mint and an elegant streak of liquorice. With aeration, nuances of graphite and damp stone emerge.
• Bouche : Broad, precise attack, a vibrant mid-palate, chiselled and juicy tannins. The long, chalky finish leaves an impression of purity and balance, with a savoury freshness that calls for food.

Température de service et conseils

Serve Château Angélus 2020 at 16–18°C in large glasses to reveal its aromatic complexity and silky texture. Decanting, depending on the moment of tasting, will promote the development of floral notes and harmonise the oak. Store bottles on their side, away from light and temperature fluctuations, to preserve the finesse of the aromas. With a great ageing potential, this wine can already be enjoyed for its sculptural energy and will gain depth over the years, offering additional nuances of truffle, blond tobacco and candied dark fruit.

Accords mets et vin

• Starters : game terrine, pressed free-range poultry, delicate porcini tart.
• Main courses : dry-aged rib of beef, herb-roasted milk-fed lamb, spice-glazed pigeon.
• Game : roast woodcock, venison with juniper berries, reworked hare à la royale.
• Cheeses : aged Comté, extra-old Mimolette, farmhouse Saint-Nectaire.
• Indulgent finish : variations on dark chocolate, a hint of tonka bean to underline the wine's menthol freshness.

Moments de dégustation

Château Angélus 2020 is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate a special occasion with a legendary cuvée.
• At a gourmet dinner where precision and elegance match the rhythm of the dishes.
• As a cellar treasure intended for ageing, to share over the years.

Caractéristiques

• Nom : Château Angélus 2020, 1er Grand Cru Classé A
• Appellation : Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC
• Type : Red wine
• Millésime : 2020
• Cépages : Merlot (60%), Cabernet Franc (40%)
• Degré d’alcool : non communiqué
• Élevage : fûts de chêne
• Contenance : selon format disponible chez Louvins
• Garde : great ageing potential
• Température de service : 16–18°C