Critics Ratings

'Exceptionally deep crimson. Rather attractively ethereal topnotes on a solid core of ripeness. Very attractive package – vivacious modern wine that offers great intensity and richness without being aggressively sweet or hot. It has still got a long way to go but it can certainly deliver pleasure already. Neat and very bright and bushy- tailed.' - Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com, 18/20 (Mar 2010)

'Medium garnet-brick in color, the 2000 Angélus comes galloping out of the glass with a powerful nose of fragrant earth, damp soil, iron ore and cigar box over a core of prunes, blackberry jam and dried mulberries. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegantly styled with great freshness and loads of earth and mineral-inspired layers, framed by grainy tannins, finishing with a lingering menthol lift. It is in a sweet spot for drinking right now, although it should go on for another 15-20 years.' - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate, 99/100 (Oct 2020).

'This shows some extraction and is very solidly built, as the core plum, black currant and fig paste flavors have flesh and density that unfurl slowly in the glass, but there's energy and freshness to match, thanks to mouthwatering ganache and licorice root notes and brambly tannins. A strong roasted apple wood element gives the finish range and length. A bit of a chest-thumper, but "it ain't bragging if it's true."' – James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 96/100 (Dec 2015).

Provenance

Wine Cellar Private Client