A powerful and mature expression of Château Angélus from the outstanding 1995 vintage. The wine shows developed aromas of blackcurrant, candied plum, black cherry, cedar, tobacco, spice and truffle. Full-bodied and concentrated, with silky yet still firm tannins, savoury complexity and excellent length. The 1995 retains remarkable vitality while offering the tertiary character expected from a mature Saint-Émilion.

Wine Spectator | WS 95
Published: Mar 31, 2007

Crushed berry and dark chocolate. Slightly reserved in the nose. Full-bodied, with loads of layered, velvety tannins. Big, yet refined and beautiful. Long and caressing. Give this time.--'95/'96 Bordeaux retrospective. Best after 2009.

The Wine Advocate | RP 92+
Published: Aug 28, 2015
Drink: 2017-2030 

This is typical 1995 in that it’s young, tannic, masculine and still vigorous and foreboding. This vintage at age 20 seems reluctant to evolve in the most graceful manner possible, but it is still easily holding on to life and still has a fair amount of tannin left to resolve. The wine is concentrated, but will the tannin ever soften to the point where it is well-integrated? This can be drunk now, as the aromatics are enticing and complex. Although, be aware of the tannin clout the wine still possesses. Drink 2017-2030.

The Boüard family, the proprietors of Château Angelus, date from 1544 in St.-Emilion. Located on lower hillsides, with a southerly exposure, their 67-acre vineyard, composed of sandstone, limestone and clay, is planted with 47% Cabernet Franc, 50% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Hubert de Boüard, who single-handedly elevated the quality from one of mediocrity (vintages such as 1978, 1982, 1983, and 1985 were disappointing), hit pay dirt with his efforts starting in 1988. Since then, there has been a remarkable succession of great wines.
Radical viticulture such as crop-thinning, shoot-positioning and the immensely labor-intensive manual destemming are employed. Both a second and third wine are made, as the selection process for Angelus is severe. All of this resulted in the 2012 Angelus being upgraded, along with Pavie, to Premier Grand Cru Classé A, joining Cheval Blanc and Ausone as one of only four estates in St.-Emilion to receive this accolade.
Aging takes place in 100% new oak for 18-24 months, after which the wine is bottled with neither fining nor filtration.

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In the last thirty years, Hubert de Boüard de Laforest has constantly challenged practices and techniques for the benefit of his land and the unique characteristics of the wines grown on it, enabling Château Angelus to be recognised as one of the foremost properties in its appellation area. This recognition has been documented in one classification after another, the last of which awarded Château Angelus the status of Premier Grand Cru Classé "A".

1995 "L'HARMONIE"
Thanks to good weather and controlled yields, the grapes were very ripe and contained great balance. The wines are full of colour, almost opaque. The first aromatic impressions are reminiscent of candied prune, blackcurrant jelly, spice and cedar. The very large proportion of Cabernet Franc contributes menthol-flavoured tannins packed with freshness, elegance and complexity. The wines are silky and fill the mouth. The finish is beautifully balanced, creamy and lasts for minutes, a sign that this vintage will be very long-keeping.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 13.5%
Closure: Natural Cork
Harvest: 15–27 September 1995
Oak: French oak ageing
Varietals: 50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Franc
Skin Contact: Traditional fermentation and extended maceration
Winemaker: Château Angélus
Region: Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: 30–60 minutes, mainly to separate sediment
Food Pairing: Roast lamb, grilled beef, venison, duck, beef Wellington, truffle dishes and mature hard cheeses