2002 Château d'Angludet
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Tasting notes
Notably deep crimson. Full and sweet on the nose – really rather nice for a 2002 even if not the purest. It seems to have been pumped up somehow – a 2002 on steroids? Fresh drink with a dry finish. (JR)
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Robert Parker
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This is an unqualified sleeper of the vintage, a beautifully opulent, rich, dense, ruby/purple-colored wine with sweet cassis fruit intermixed with some licorice and resiny notes. Quite full-bodied, pure, with good, sweet fruit covering moderate levels of tannin, this is a beauty and an undeniable bargain for a wine of this quality. In fact, I’m not sure that it’s not even better than my rating. Anticipated maturity: now-2015.
Very deep purple. Very full-on, aggressively fruity nose. All upfront pleasure – really rather un-Bordelais. This could be a 2002 for the US market! (JR)
Extremely deep blackish purple. Macerated black cherries on the nose. Very cool wine, rather restrained; though every attempt has been made to smooth it all out the overall effect lacks a bit of drama. No high points to the tasting experience. Dry finish and a lack of character (though not smooth texture) in the middle. Hollow. Waiting for something to happen. Needs a little bit more acidity? 18/20 for effort. (JR)
About the producer
The Sichel family purchased this Margaux estate in 1961, embarking on significant renovations. Wine quality was transformed and today the property still strives to craft ever-greater wines.