2021 Château Angélus Le Carillon de l'Angélus

Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal, and her cousin Thierry Grenié-de Boüard, represent the eighth generation of the Boüard de Laforest family, who manage Angélus. After Catherine Sophie de Boüard de Laforest in 1800 and Eugénie Chatenet in 1900, Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal is the third woman to head this domain, which she has seen grow. She is aware of the task entrusted to her in 2012 and the responsibilities this entails. She represents the values that have guided her family in the history of this domain: integrity, work, humility and a sense of duty. Together with her cousin, she continues the work of their ancestors with the sole aim of defending the grandeur of Angélus and ensuring that this name, synonymous with excellence and timelessness, continues to exist.

The efforts of the passionate owner, Hubert de Boüard, to make the best wine in Bordeaux were rewarded in 2012 with the promotion of Ch Angelus to the super class A. Only four Saint-Emilions can carry this highest qualification, Cheval Blanc, Ausone , Pavie and Angelus. The same team is responsible for Le Carillon de l'Angélus, 2nd vin du Château Angélus.

The good ratio between lime and clay ensures excellent water and mineral balance. The grape varieties are divided according to the soil type: merlots on the flanks (more clay) and cabernets francs on the sand-clay-limestone soils at the foot. The Angelus vineyard is located in a natural amphitheater on the south side and at the foot of Saint-Emilion, which increases temperatures in summer and advances the ripening of the grapes. The soil has natural drainage through the slope.

The Le Carillon d'Angélus is composed of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. The Le Carillon d'Angélus matures in French oak barrels, 60% of which are new. Medium to deep garnet purple in color, it emerges from the glass with floral notes of lavender and red roses with a baking spice undertone and a core of red currants, blackberry pie, black raspberries and fresh black pepper. Medium-bodied, elegant and refreshing with plenty of layers of black fruit and a firm, fine-grained frame, ending with lots of energy. The wine will certainly refine in the coming years, so be sure to decant it in its younger years.

FACT: In the 'Attachments' tab you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will send this to you automatically when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you pick up the wine you will often receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Collect' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.