2023 Château Angélus Le Carillon de l'Angélus
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| Type of Wine | |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Grape | , |
| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (14%) |
| Drink window | 2027 - 2039 |
| Available as of | Sep 10, 2025 |
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the history of Château Angélus
Château Angélus is one of Saint-Émilion's most iconic Premier Grand Cru Classé A estates. The estate has been in the hands of the De Boüard de Laforest family for generations. Today, Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal is at the helm, combining tradition and modernity in her quest for wines that are true to terroir and elegant. Angélus is known for its powerful yet refined style, in which Merlot and Cabernet Franc play a prominent role. In addition to the Grand Vin, the estate also produces Le Carillon de l'Angélus, a wine with its own distinct identity sourced from specific vineyards.
the terroir of Le Carillon de l'Angélus
Le Carillon de l'Angélus is not a second wine, but is made from approximately 25 hectares of vineyards specifically designated for this label. The plots are spread across various terroirs: the cool soils of Saint-Christophe-des-Bardes, gravelly plots in the Figeac area, and clay soils near Angélus itself. This diversity gives the wine a rich aromatic expression, dominated by Merlot, supplemented by a smaller portion of Cabernet Franc. Grapes that do not meet the high quality standards are used for No. 3 d'Angélus.
the grapes and the 2023 vintage
The 2023 Le Carillon de l'Angélus is blended from 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. This year produced wines with a remarkably low pH, thanks to the relatively early harvest, which was designed to preserve freshness. Vinification was deliberately less extractive, with cold macerations and fermentation at a maximum temperature of 22 degrees Celsius. This emphasizes elegance and precision, rather than power and oak influence. This aligns with Angélus's vision of achieving greater transparency and terroir expression, inspired by the style of the 1950s.
vinification and style
The wine is aged in a combination of barriques, large foudres, and tanks, reducing the impact of new oak and preserving the purity of the fruit. This subtle approach produces a wine with seamless structure and refined aromatic layering. According to the technical team, the 2023 vintage resembles a "long exposure" in photography: slow, patient, and focused on maximum definition.
color, smell and taste
The 2023 Le Carillon de l'Angélus opens with aromas of cherry, raspberry, and blackberry, complemented by exotic spices, violets, and a hint of smokiness. The palate is medium to full, round, and layered, with a juicy core of fruit and a velvety texture. The finish is long and refreshing, with a subtle spiciness and a mouthwatering character. This makes the wine both seductive and refined.
reviews and potential
The Wine Advocate awarded the 2023 Le Carillon de l'Angélus 91-93 points. William Kelley praised its elegant structure, seamless balance, and long, juicy finish. He emphasized that the wine benefits from the new cellar approach, with cooler fermentation and a less oak-dominant style. The result is a wine true to its terroir while remaining modern and accessible. With its harmonious structure and lively acidity, this Carillon has excellent aging potential while still offering considerable charm when young.
Would you like to order Château Angélus wines online?
If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. We'll automatically send you these when you order this wine. 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 "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway with ample parking. Click here for our address. You can read full wine reviews from publications like Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers.
wine and food pairings
- Grilled lamb chops with rosemary – the spiciness of the dish complements the floral and herbal notes of the wine beautifully.
- Veal fillet with morel sauce – the creamy, earthy sauce enhances the depth and softness of the wine.
- Ratatouille with Mediterranean herbs – the vibrant acidity of the wine brings balance to this vegetable dish.
- Duck breast with cherry sauce – the red fruit of the wine complements the fresh, sweet sauce beautifully.
- Grilled aubergine with thyme and garlic – the earthy notes of the dish enhance the mineral tension of the wine.
- Mature cheeses such as aged Comté or Manchego – the nutty flavours combine well with the long, fruity finish.
Specifications
| Available as of | Sep 10, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Packing information | Case |
| 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 | 2023 |
| Drinking as of | 2027 |
| Drinking till | 2039 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 93 |
| James Suckling rating | 95 |
| Vinous rating | 92 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Complex, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Tannines |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard |
Professional Reviews
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP (91-93)
Reviewed by:
William Kelley
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
N/A
The 2023 Le Carillon d'Angélus, as usual a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, exhibits attractive aromas of cherries, raspberries and blackberries mingled with hints of exotic spices, vine smoke and violets. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and polished, it's layered and enveloping, with a charming, seamless profile and a long, mouthwatering finish. As readers will by now remember, this bottling is no longer a "second wine" per se but rather draws on some 25 hectares of dedicated vineyards, emphasizing Merlot from the cool terroirs of Saint-Christophe-des-Bardes, complemented by holdings in the gravelly Figeac sector and on clay soils near Angélus itself—with anything that doesn't make the cut relegated to the No. 3 d'Angélus.
Since taking the helm at Angélus, Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal and her team, inspired by the terroir transparency of the wines of the 1950s, have been boldly evolving toward less impactful winemaking. What does that mean in practice? Cooler macerations, élevage that now incorporates foudres for the grand vin and tanks for Tempo, No. 3 and Carillon, reducing the impact of new barriques without the loss in precision that often comes from repeatedly reused barrels—along with, I'm sure, a host of other smaller changes that cumulatively mean that Angélus today is a very different beast from the rich, toasty wine of the 1990s and early 2000s.
The 2023 vintage has delivered wines with quite low pHs, with the team opting to harvest comparatively early to preserve freshness. Long cold macerations were followed by cool fermentations, with a maximum of 22 degrees Celsius, and the wines were barreled down clean and cool. Technical director Benjamin Laforet compares the vinifications in 2023 to a long-exposure photograph and compares the resulting wines with the estate's 2001s.
Published: Apr 26, 2024
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James Suckling
Score
94-95
Avg Price (ex-tax)
$ 95
Carillon de L'Angélus St.-Emilion 2023
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
Color
Red
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Vintage
2023
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There’s depth and beauty to this wine. It offers crunchy fruit, a chalky undertone and a hint of raw coffee bean. Medium body. Fine tannins. Bright and transparent. 90% merlot and 10% cabernet franc.
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Vinous
(90-92)
Drinking Window
2027 - 2039
From: The Dalmatian Vintage: Bordeaux 2023 (Apr 2024)
The 2023 Le Carillon d'Angélus matured in around 50% new oak. This is quite taut and linear on the nose—a more streamlined Carillon perhaps, with touches of crushed stone infusing the red berry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a hint of blood orange on the entry, vivacious red berry fruit and a generous white pepper note toward the finish. There’s something almost Burgundian about this Carillon in terms of the tannin structure. Give it three or four years in bottle.
- By Neal Martin on April 2024
Hubert de Boüard was on hand to guide me through the Château Angélus 2023s. Of course, they exited the Saint-Émilion classification last year following the kerfuffle over the latest rankings, after Ausone and Cheval Blanc. “Spring was quite warm and rainy with a lot of thunderstorms in May and June that enhanced the mildew pressure,” he explained. “We had to be constantly in the vineyard in terms of spraying, then removing leaves and bunches later to improve aeration. July saw fewer sunlight hours, but in August, storms came at night. The cool temperatures at night gave freshness, and we also found that the skins were slightly thicker [thereby reducing moisture absorption]. We cropped at 40hL/ha and started the picking on September 11 and finished on October 2 for the Grand Vin. There was a two-week difference in terms of the Merlot due to the soil type. In terms of extraction, we run cold maceration between 0°C and 3°C to infuse the skins without alcohol. When we started the fermentation, the juice was full of color and flavors, and we fermented it like a white wine between 20°C and 22°C, as we didn't want to over-extract tannins.”
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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.
the history of Château Angélus
Château Angélus is one of Saint-Émilion's most iconic Premier Grand Cru Classé A estates. The estate has been in the hands of the De Boüard de Laforest family for generations. Today, Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal is at the helm, combining tradition and modernity in her quest for wines that are true to terroir and elegant. Angélus is known for its powerful yet refined style, in which Merlot and Cabernet Franc play a prominent role. In addition to the Grand Vin, the estate also produces Le Carillon de l'Angélus, a wine with its own distinct identity sourced from specific vineyards.
the terroir of Le Carillon de l'Angélus
Le Carillon de l'Angélus is not a second wine, but is made from approximately 25 hectares of vineyards specifically designated for this label. The plots are spread across various terroirs: the cool soils of Saint-Christophe-des-Bardes, gravelly plots in the Figeac area, and clay soils near Angélus itself. This diversity gives the wine a rich aromatic expression, dominated by Merlot, supplemented by a smaller portion of Cabernet Franc. Grapes that do not meet the high quality standards are used for No. 3 d'Angélus.
the grapes and the 2023 vintage
The 2023 Le Carillon de l'Angélus is blended from 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. This year produced wines with a remarkably low pH, thanks to the relatively early harvest, which was designed to preserve freshness. Vinification was deliberately less extractive, with cold macerations and fermentation at a maximum temperature of 22 degrees Celsius. This emphasizes elegance and precision, rather than power and oak influence. This aligns with Angélus's vision of achieving greater transparency and terroir expression, inspired by the style of the 1950s.
vinification and style
The wine is aged in a combination of barriques, large foudres, and tanks, reducing the impact of new oak and preserving the purity of the fruit. This subtle approach produces a wine with seamless structure and refined aromatic layering. According to the technical team, the 2023 vintage resembles a "long exposure" in photography: slow, patient, and focused on maximum definition.
color, smell and taste
The 2023 Le Carillon de l'Angélus opens with aromas of cherry, raspberry, and blackberry, complemented by exotic spices, violets, and a hint of smokiness. The palate is medium to full, round, and layered, with a juicy core of fruit and a velvety texture. The finish is long and refreshing, with a subtle spiciness and a mouthwatering character. This makes the wine both seductive and refined.
reviews and potential
The Wine Advocate awarded the 2023 Le Carillon de l'Angélus 91-93 points. William Kelley praised its elegant structure, seamless balance, and long, juicy finish. He emphasized that the wine benefits from the new cellar approach, with cooler fermentation and a less oak-dominant style. The result is a wine true to its terroir while remaining modern and accessible. With its harmonious structure and lively acidity, this Carillon has excellent aging potential while still offering considerable charm when young.
Would you like to order Château Angélus wines online?
If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. We'll automatically send you these when you order this wine. 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 "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located in Dordrecht, just off the A16 motorway with ample parking. Click here for our address. You can read full wine reviews from publications like Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers.
wine and food pairings
- Grilled lamb chops with rosemary – the spiciness of the dish complements the floral and herbal notes of the wine beautifully.
- Veal fillet with morel sauce – the creamy, earthy sauce enhances the depth and softness of the wine.
- Ratatouille with Mediterranean herbs – the vibrant acidity of the wine brings balance to this vegetable dish.
- Duck breast with cherry sauce – the red fruit of the wine complements the fresh, sweet sauce beautifully.
- Grilled aubergine with thyme and garlic – the earthy notes of the dish enhance the mineral tension of the wine.
- Mature cheeses such as aged Comté or Manchego – the nutty flavours combine well with the long, fruity finish.
| Available as of | Sep 10, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Packing information | Case |
| 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 | 2023 |
| Drinking as of | 2027 |
| Drinking till | 2039 |
| Alcohol % | 14 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 93 |
| James Suckling rating | 95 |
| Vinous rating | 92 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Complex, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Tannines |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard |
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP (91-93)
Reviewed by:
William Kelley
Release Price:
NA
Drink Date:
N/A
The 2023 Le Carillon d'Angélus, as usual a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, exhibits attractive aromas of cherries, raspberries and blackberries mingled with hints of exotic spices, vine smoke and violets. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and polished, it's layered and enveloping, with a charming, seamless profile and a long, mouthwatering finish. As readers will by now remember, this bottling is no longer a "second wine" per se but rather draws on some 25 hectares of dedicated vineyards, emphasizing Merlot from the cool terroirs of Saint-Christophe-des-Bardes, complemented by holdings in the gravelly Figeac sector and on clay soils near Angélus itself—with anything that doesn't make the cut relegated to the No. 3 d'Angélus.
Since taking the helm at Angélus, Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal and her team, inspired by the terroir transparency of the wines of the 1950s, have been boldly evolving toward less impactful winemaking. What does that mean in practice? Cooler macerations, élevage that now incorporates foudres for the grand vin and tanks for Tempo, No. 3 and Carillon, reducing the impact of new barriques without the loss in precision that often comes from repeatedly reused barrels—along with, I'm sure, a host of other smaller changes that cumulatively mean that Angélus today is a very different beast from the rich, toasty wine of the 1990s and early 2000s.
The 2023 vintage has delivered wines with quite low pHs, with the team opting to harvest comparatively early to preserve freshness. Long cold macerations were followed by cool fermentations, with a maximum of 22 degrees Celsius, and the wines were barreled down clean and cool. Technical director Benjamin Laforet compares the vinifications in 2023 to a long-exposure photograph and compares the resulting wines with the estate's 2001s.
Published: Apr 26, 2024
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James Suckling
Score
94-95
Avg Price (ex-tax)
$ 95
Carillon de L'Angélus St.-Emilion 2023
Tuesday, Apr 09, 2024
Color
Red
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Vintage
2023
Download Shelftalker
There’s depth and beauty to this wine. It offers crunchy fruit, a chalky undertone and a hint of raw coffee bean. Medium body. Fine tannins. Bright and transparent. 90% merlot and 10% cabernet franc.
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Vinous
(90-92)
Drinking Window
2027 - 2039
From: The Dalmatian Vintage: Bordeaux 2023 (Apr 2024)
The 2023 Le Carillon d'Angélus matured in around 50% new oak. This is quite taut and linear on the nose—a more streamlined Carillon perhaps, with touches of crushed stone infusing the red berry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a hint of blood orange on the entry, vivacious red berry fruit and a generous white pepper note toward the finish. There’s something almost Burgundian about this Carillon in terms of the tannin structure. Give it three or four years in bottle.
- By Neal Martin on April 2024
Hubert de Boüard was on hand to guide me through the Château Angélus 2023s. Of course, they exited the Saint-Émilion classification last year following the kerfuffle over the latest rankings, after Ausone and Cheval Blanc. “Spring was quite warm and rainy with a lot of thunderstorms in May and June that enhanced the mildew pressure,” he explained. “We had to be constantly in the vineyard in terms of spraying, then removing leaves and bunches later to improve aeration. July saw fewer sunlight hours, but in August, storms came at night. The cool temperatures at night gave freshness, and we also found that the skins were slightly thicker [thereby reducing moisture absorption]. We cropped at 40hL/ha and started the picking on September 11 and finished on October 2 for the Grand Vin. There was a two-week difference in terms of the Merlot due to the soil type. In terms of extraction, we run cold maceration between 0°C and 3°C to infuse the skins without alcohol. When we started the fermentation, the juice was full of color and flavors, and we fermented it like a white wine between 20°C and 22°C, as we didn't want to over-extract tannins.”
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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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