The Wine Advocate | RP 93
Published: Apr 7, 2022
Drink: 2025-2050

More classically proportioned than the exuberant 2018, the 2019 D'Armailhac wafts from the glass with aromas of violets, blackberries and cassis complemented by subtle hints of licorice, sweet soil tones and warm spices. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and perfumed, it'sfleshy and enveloping, with an ample core of succulent fruit and beautifully polished, powdery tannins. 


Jamessuckling.com | JS 94
Published: Feb 20, 2022

A solid, linear red with a beautiful core of fruit and firm tannins, showing blackcurrants and finesse. Full and compact. it'svery fresh and aromatic with violets and hints of spices. Clean and vivid at the end, 62% cabernet sauvignon, 27% merlot, 9% cabernet franc and 2% petit verdot. Try after 2025. 

Chateau-darmailhac.com

HarvestFrom 19 September to 9 October
Varietal mix
62% Cabernet Sauvignon
27% Merlot
9% Cabernet Franc
2% Petit Verdot
Tasting notes:
The wine is a deep, garnet-hued red.

The nose exudes intense black fruit aromas enhanced by notes of vanilla, pepper and mild spice.

From a structured and sappy attack, the mid-palate reveals a creamy, satin-smooth body on black fruit and chocolate flavours. Perfectly integrated, smooth and well-rounded tannins linger on a pleasant touch of fruit.

Floral and liquorice notes usher in a long and elegant finish.

Climatic conditions
The year started with a warmer- and drier-than-usual winter, with the temperature reaching a record 24.7° C on 27 February. The mild weather triggered an early start to the vine cycle, which gradually slowed with the arrival of a cooler spring and lower-than-average temperatures. As a result, flowering finally took place around the normal time.

After sharply contrasting conditions in June, when a late cold spell and heavy rainfall were followed by an early heatwave, very fine weather prevailed in July. The summer was particularly sunny and hot, leaving the vines in perfect condition on the eve of the harvest. A few welcome showers in July and August greatly helped to dispel any fears of dehydration.

Picking at Château d’Armailhac took place between 19 September and 9 October. Although a few drops of rain fell during the harvest, the conditions remained generally very good, guaranteeing grapes of outstanding quality.

Mirroring nature’s generosity in 2019, the wines are very rich, deeply coloured and with good alcohol content. Close-knit, satin-smooth tannins make this a very promising vintage.