2022 Château Angélus Tempo d'Angelus

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Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal and her nephew, Thierry Grenié-de Boüard, represent the eighth generation of the Boüard de Laforest family to manage Angélus. Following Catherine Sophie de Boüard de Laforest in 1800 and Eugénie Chatenet in 1900, Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal is the third woman to lead this estate, which she has overseen and grown. She is aware of the task entrusted to her in 2012 and the responsibilities it entails. She embodies the values that have guided her family throughout the estate's history: integrity, hard work, humility, and a sense of duty. Along with her nephew, she continues the work of their ancestors with the sole purpose of defending the grandeur of Angélus and ensuring that this name, synonymous with excellence and timelessness, endures.

The efforts of the dedicated owner, Hubert de Boüard, to produce the best wine in Bordeaux were rewarded in 2012 with the promotion of Château Angelus to the Super Class A. Only four Saint-Émilion wines are allowed to carry this highest classification: Cheval Blanc, Ausone, Pavie, and Angélus.

The Tempo d'Angélus is an elegant and approachable Bordeaux rouge from the team behind Château Angélus. This wine is made exclusively from grapes grown on the estate, just a few kilometers from Saint-Émilion. The TEMPO D'ANGELUS 2022 is a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Produced in the state-of-the-art Chai Carillon, specifically designed for the vinification of Carillon d'Angélus.

FACT: In the "Attachments" tab, you'll find the official fact sheet for this fine wine. We'll automatically send it to you when you order it. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pickup" at checkout. We're located in Dordrecht with ample parking. Click here for our address.

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WINE AND FOOD SUGGESTIONS

Beef stew with carrot and thyme
The softness and ripeness of Merlot complement the savory flavors of braised beef. The herbs and slow-cooked character enhance the spicy, oak-aged notes in the wine. The soft tannins remain beautifully balanced with the meat.

Oven-baked chicken with mushrooms and rosemary
The juicy texture of the chicken pairs well with the elegant tannins and fruity notes of the wine. The earthy flavors of mushrooms and the spicy rosemary underscore the complexity of the blend.

Tagliatelle with mushrooms and Parmesan
A vegetarian dish with umami and creaminess. The wine's structure complements the full flavor of the mushrooms and the salty depth of the Parmesan. The fresh acidity keeps everything lively.

Roasted eggplant with tomato and mozzarella
The roasted vegetables and melted cheese create a juicy, spicy base that pairs well with the ripe fruit and delicate oak notes of Tempo d'Angélus. The dish has enough structure to complement a Bordeaux, without being heavy.

Lamb chops with garlic and rosemary
Lamb is a classic partner for Bordeaux. The combination of Merlot and Cabernet Franc gives the wine sufficient power and elegance to balance the fat and spice of the lamb.

Specifications

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Available as of Nov 25, 2025
Packing information Box
Type of Wine Red
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Appellation Saint-Emilion
Winery Chateau Angélus
Grape Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2022
Drinking as of 2025
Drinking till 2035
Alcohol % 14
Alcohol free/low No
Content 0.75 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
James Suckling rating 92
Vinous rating 97
Tasting Profiles Aards, Complex, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Tannines
Drink moments Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard

Professional Reviews

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James Suckling

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Vinous

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Michel de Boüard de Laforest, historian, chartist and rector of the Academy of Caen, researched the origins of his family. The earliest reference he found to his family tree was that of Georges Boüard, born in 1544, a Bourgeois and Jurat from the city of Bordeaux. At the end of the 18th century, in 1782, Jean de Boüard de Laforest, a bodyguard of the king, settled in Saint-Emilion. His daughter, Catherine Sophie de Boüard de Laforest, met Charles Souffrain de Lavergne in 1795 and settled on the Mazerat estate, which belonged to her husband. At the beginning of the 20th century, Maurice de Boüard de Laforest inherited the estate. He expanded it and the half kilo in 1920 with the name of a 3-hectare toe enclosure called Angélus. He left it to his sons in 1945. Jacques and Christian de Boüard de Laforest continue the work of their father and that of previous generations. The property was incorporated in 1954. They expanded it further until it exceeded 20 acres in 1985. At that time, Hubert de Boüard de Laforest, son of Jacques, took over the management of the estate and was joined in 1987 by his cousin Jean-Bernard Grenié, son-in-law of Christian and later his daughter, Stéphanie de Boüard- Rivul in 2012.

The vineyard of Château Angélus is located in a natural amphitheater overlooking the three Saint-Emilion churches. In the middle of this special place, the sounds were amplified and the angel bells in the morning, afternoon and evening. They travel the working day in the rhythm in the surrounding villages and the men and women who take a few minutes to stop working and pray. The great French Impressionist painter Jean-François Millet immortalized this moment of prayer in his magnificent work "The Angelus", now on display at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris.

Less than a kilometer from the famous bell tower of Saint-Emilion, situated at the acclaimed 'foot of the hill' facing south, Angélus has been the life's work of eight generations of the Boüard de Laforest family. In the probable classification of Saint-Emilion wines in 1954, Château Angélus was a Grand Cru Classé. Already at that time it benefited from a solid reputation, which gave rise to the Bordeaux wine crisis of 1973 and participated in the oenological renewal of the 1980s. In this context, Hubert de Boüard de Laforest, graduate oenologist at the University of Bordeaux, took advantage of past of this wonderful wine, while resolutely focusing on the future strategy and developing and pursuing an ambitious and innovative policy to achieve excellence in viticulture and making.

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