96 Points
96 Points
96 Points
96 Points

Chateau Angelus 2021

SKU: CAGE202110 UCAU

$795.00

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A sophisticated bouquet with extraordinarily pure blackberry, raspberry, inkwell and crushed iris petals scents.

Beautifully defined on the entry.

Goes great with lamb and beef.

Critic Scores

96 // Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

"A brilliant wine that signposts this estate's evolution under Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal, the 2021 Angélus is a blend of 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot, with fully half of the old-vine Cabernet Franc maturing in foudres rather than 225-liter barriques. The result is a wine of unprecedented purity and finesse, unwinding in the glass with compelling aromas of plums, raspberries, rose petals, vine smoke, blood orange and warm spices, followed by a medium to full-bodied, deep and layered palate with a rich and fleshy core that entirely conceals its structuring chassis of ultra-refined tannins. Bright and sapid, it's striking for its integration and elegance at this early stage, and I wouldn't be surprised to see it upstage a number of more touted vintages once it's in bottle."

96 // James Suckling

"60% Cabernet Franc, 40% Merlot. First time with this much Cabernet Franc in the blend. 23 hl/ha. Cask sample. Dark, bright hue. Discreet floral aromas. Big tannic frame with a chunk of polished tannins. Long and digeste but very embryonic, the oak still apparent. Hopefully the fruit will continue to match the structure. (JL)"

96 // Antonio Galloni

"For the first time ever, Angélus is 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot in 2021. There's terrific density and power, especially within the context of the year. Black cherry, chocolate, spice, menthol and lavender all build nicely in the glass. The 2021 has quite a bit of richness, and its 14% alcohol, a bit lower than the recent norm, works quite well in this vintage. All it needs is a bit of time to help soften some of the raw contours that are present today. (AG)"

96 // Jeb Dunnuck

"The Grand Vin 2021 Château Angélus is 60% Cabernet Franc and 40% Merlot that was brought up in new barrels, with a portion of the Cabernet Franc raised in 30 hectoliter foudres. It offers a ruby/purple hue to go with a gorgeous perfume of pureed cassis and black raspberry fruit, as well as spice, spring flowers, and chalky, almost salty minerality. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it has wonderful purity of fruit, ultra-fine tannins, and a gorgeous finish. (JD)"

Product Details

Red

2021

Merlot Blend

Chateau Angelus

Saint-Emilion, Bordeaux, France

15 Plus Years

Cork

14.0%

750ml (Bottle)

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Description
The Premier Cru Classe Chateau Angelus takes its name from the three church bells of the town of Saint-Emilion whose tolling has always been audible from the estateâ€™s vineyards. This legendary property was founded in 1782 and, for 8 generations, the family de BoÃ¼ard de Laforest has carefully guarded its exceptional legacy.

A sophisticated bouquet with extraordinarily pure blackberry, raspberry, inkwell and crushed iris petals scents, like the Carillon but HD in terms of its clarity.

The palate is beautifully defined on the entry, the Cabernet component steering it towards say, Figeac or Cheval Blanc stylistically. It already feels very harmonious, the satin-like texture is supported by real substance and grip on the finish, perhaps more density than some of its peers.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Cassis, Plum, Red Fruits

Palate:

Cherry, Plum, Redcurrant

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

The Premier Cru Classe Chateau Angelus takes its name from the three church bells of the town of Saint-Emilion whose tolling has always been audible from the estateâ€™s vineyards. This legendary property was founded in 1782 and, for 8 generations, the family de BoÃ¼ard de Laforest has carefully guarded its exceptional legacy.

A sophisticated bouquet with extraordinarily pure blackberry, raspberry, inkwell and crushed iris petals scents, like the Carillon but HD in terms of its clarity.

The palate is beautifully defined on the entry, the Cabernet component steering it towards say, Figeac or Cheval Blanc stylistically. It already feels very harmonious, the satin-like texture is supported by real substance and grip on the finish, perhaps more density than some of its peers.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Cassis, Plum, Red Fruits

Palate:

Cherry, Plum, Redcurrant

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Chateau Angelus

Château Angélus is a historic, family-owned winery specialising in Premier Grand Cru Classé Bordeaux. The winery sits on the Right Bank of the Bordeaux wine region, in the commune of Saint-Émilion in the department Gironde. The producer takes its name from the Angélus bells of nearby churches in Saint-Emilion, Mazerat, and Saint-Martin. The Angélus style is the result of bold decisions on vine varieties as well as outstanding terroir. Here, the grapes – a large portion of which are Cabernet Franc – grow on amphitheatre-like south-facing slopes and the foot of these slopes, where summer temperatures are concentrated and growth starts earlier. Soils comprise enough clay and limestone to offer up a steady supply of minerals and water; plus, the slopes help with soil drainage. This terroir suits the vines’ rootstocks, and the grapegrowers distribute vine varieties according to soil type: Merlot on the hill, where there is more clay, and Cabernet Franc on the sandy clay-limestone soils at the foot of the hill. At Angélus, Cabernet Franc has always been popular, with vines reaching their peak at 20 years old. However, Angélus achieves its most spectacular results with fruit from low-yielding vines older than 40 years.

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