Clos du Milieu - Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux 2022
Clos du Milieu, a unique wine signed by Angelus
Clos du Milieu is sourced from a single plot, entirely planted with Merlot, bordered by hedgerows. This new cuvée whose vines are situated in the centre of Angelus vineyard in the commune of Castillon-la-Bataille, just a few kilometres from Saint-Emilion, in the magnificent cool, deep clay-limestone soils of the upper slope, displays freshness, tension et density.
While expanding the range of Angelus wines, this cuvée aims to enhance the reputation of the 'Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux' appellation and showcase its full potential. Vinified at the Chai Carillon, this cuvée benefits from the meticulous care of dedicated and passionate winemakers who contribute to its stature as a fine wine.
The 2022 vintage
Climatic conditons:
After a mild, dry winter followed by a mild, stormy spring, budburst was early but well managed thanks to appropriate control throughout the vineyard. The grapes were setting quickly and in excellent conditions, suggesting that the vintage was going to be a generous year. The hot, dry summer was managed by modulating the plant cover to keep the soil cold and humid. At the end of August, two storms came to the plant's rescue. This summer of 2022 was similar to the great post-war summers that produced exceptional vintages. By mid-October, the vines are still green and in good health, demonstrating their perfect adaptation to the great wine-growing terroirs.
Tasting Notes:
The huge potential of the Merlot of Clos du Milieu is revealed in this vintage. The nose is amazingly complex, offering intense aromas of fresh black fruits, which develop in complexity on aeration. The palate is rich, creamy and suave with great length of flavour and with the freshness and very elegant structure of great Merlot showing through particularly well.