Château Angludet – Margaux, Bordeaux – Left Bank
Overview:
Château Angludet is a historic estate located in the prestigious Margaux appellation. Though unclassified in the 1855 ranking, it is widely regarded as one of the top Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnels. Owned by the Sichel family, who are also part-owners of Château Palmer, the estate has been continuously improved over the last 60 years through careful vineyard management and traditional vinification methods.
Vineyards & Terroir
- Surface area: ~32 hectares
- Soils: Deep Garonne gravel with good drainage, typical of Margaux
- Location: On a well-exposed plateau between the Garonne and Gironde rivers, benefiting from a temperate maritime climate
🍇Grape Varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon (~50%)
- Merlot (~40%)
- Petit Verdot (~10%)
🏞️ Viticulture
- Farming: Organic practices with a shift toward biodynamic methods
- Soil work includes horse-drawn ploughing in some parcels
- Manual harvest with strict selection in the vineyard
🌱 Vinification
- Fermentation in traditional concrete vats
- Aged in French oak barrels (30–35% new) for about 12 months
- Focus on preserving fruit purity and Margaux finesse
🍷Wine Style
Château Angludet produces refined and age-worthy wines, characterized by elegant tannins, bright acidity, and layered aromatics. Typical notes include black cherry, graphite, cedar, and a floral lift. A classic expression of Margaux with both structure and grace.
