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★ Vinous 92 • Wine Advocate 98

ANGELUS 1er Grand cru classé A Saint-Emilion Bordeaux rouge 2003

Bordeaux red Saint-Emilion

€360,00 / 75cl inc. VAT

This 2003, marked by solar heat, reveals an Angelus of beautiful maturity, combining volume and remarkable poise. The palate elegantly unfolds notes of candied wild berries, blond tobacco, and sandalwood, supported by a straight length and a melted texture that testify to its balance.

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Producer:Chateau Angelus
Appellation: Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
Region: Bordeaux
Country: France
Grape varieties: Bordeaux Blend Red
Alcohol: 13.5
Color: Red
Condition: Perfect

92

Vinous Tasting Note

Full medium ruby. Aromas of black raspberry, roasted redcurrant, bitter chocolate, game and flowers. Dense, full and broad, with a chocolatey ripeness leavened by a floral element. Extremely primary and sappy, with no lack of lift. But despite its impressive sweetness in the middle palate, this is a bit youthfully brutal today and not yet pliant. Finishes with substantial dusty tannins that reach the front teeth, and excellent length. This should be one of the top St. Emilions of the vintage but is rather austere today and will need a good eight to ten years to approach maturity.

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About the Producer

About the Producer

Château Angelus, Premier Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Émilion, is a name that resonates with the history of this prestigious appellation. Legend has it that the bells of the three surrounding churches once guided the work of the winemakers, a spiritual heritage that still marks the estate today. The de Boüard de Laforest family, firmly established since the end of the 18th century, watches over this exceptional cru. Today, Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal embodies the eighth generation, breathing new momentum into the estate. The vineyard benefits from a remarkable terroir, where clay-limestone and clay-sand-limestone soils fully express their potential. The grape varieties, with a significant proportion of Cabernet Franc, contribute to the elegance and complexity of Château Angelus wines. In addition to its grand vin, the estate also offers Le Carillon de l'Angelus, providing another perspective on this unique Saint-Émilion terroir, as well as Tempo d'Angelus. It is a beautiful family story that continues to be written, driven by the passion and ambition to reveal the full richness of this cru. Among the most sought-after cuvées are Château Angelus, Le Carillon de l'Angelus, and Château Angelus 'Hommage à Elisabeth Bouchet'—essential benchmarks for understanding the identity of the estate.

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