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Château Angelus

Bordeaux

Address:

Château Angelus, Château Angelus, 33330 Saint-Émilion, France, Saint-Emilion, Bordeaux, 33330, France

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Winemaker:

Hubert de Boüard de Laforest

First Vintage:

1987

PRESTIGE

4

average rating is 4 out of 5
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Summary

Where ancient church bells ring across 27 hectares of Saint-Émilion's most privileged terroir, Château Angélus creates wines that embody both spiritual reverence and worldly acclaim. This Premier Grand Cru Classé A estate occupies a natural amphitheater within UNESCO World Heritage vineyards, its name inspired by the Angelus bells that have marked time here for centuries.

Under the visionary leadership of Hubert de Boüard de Laforest, Château Angélus has evolved from respected estate to global icon while honoring its deep-rooted heritage. The de Boüard family's commitment to excellence spans generations, with Hubert's innovative approach revolutionizing Saint-Émilion winemaking. His philosophy balances respect for tradition with cutting-edge techniques, creating wines that capture both the soul of the terroir and the precision of modern viticulture.

The estate's flagship Château Angélus represents the pinnacle of Right Bank winemaking, crafted from 50% Merlot and 47% Cabernet Franc grown on precious clay-limestone soils. These investment-grade wines consistently earn 95+ point scores from leading critics, with recent vintages commanding allocation-only status among collectors worldwide. The winemaking combines traditional techniques with state-of-the-art facilities, including gravity-fed systems and temperature-controlled fermentation that preserves the unique character of each parcel. Limited annual production ensures exclusivity, with each bottle representing the convergence of exceptional terroir and uncompromising craftsmanship.

Visiting Château Angélus offers an intimate journey through Saint-Émilion's most celebrated estate, though access remains deliberately exclusive. Private tastings showcase the estate's architectural beauty alongside its legendary wines, with the historic château providing a stunning backdrop to the medieval village beyond. The experience includes guided vineyard walks through the amphitheater-shaped property, revealing the unique microclimate that distinguishes Angélus from neighboring estates. Appointments are essential and often booked months in advance, reflecting the estate's commitment to personalized hospitality.

For connoisseurs seeking the ultimate Saint-Émilion experience, Château Angélus represents an unmissable opportunity to taste history in the making. Contact The En Primeur Club to secure your exclusive access to these legendary wines and arrange private estate visits that reveal the secrets behind Bordeaux's most coveted Right Bank treasure.

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