Buy 6 - 2024 Chateau Angelus [EP2024]

Vinous 93-95

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buy 6 - 2024 ch angelus

Vintage: 2024

Region: Saint-Émilion

Country: France

About Winery

Nestled less than a kilometer away from the iconic Saint-Emilion bell tower, Château Angélus occupies the 'foot of the hill,' basking in the sun-drenched south-facing slopes. Here, a significant portion of the vineyards is devoted to Cabernet Franc, which imparts its unique character to the estate's signature wines year after year.

Since 1782, Château Angélus has remained under the ownership and stewardship of the de Boüard family. In 2012, a significant milestone marked the transition of power as the 8th generation, represented by Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal, took over the management of the estate. Infused with passion, dynamism, and unwavering determination, Stéphanie is resolute in her commitment to uphold and enhance Angélus's esteemed reputation, perpetually driven by the same exacting standards in crafting wines of unparalleled excellence.

Hubert de Boüard de Laforest continues to work alongside his daughter. In 2024 he signs his fortieth vintage, a milestone that Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal wished to honour.

Terms & Condition

1. All prices are quoted ex-Bordeaux for 750ml bottles.

2. Wine deliveries are scheduled between Q3 and Q4 of 2027.

3. Goods & Services Tax (GST), freight, and applicable duties will be charged at the time of delivery.

4. Any special bottling requests must be specified when placing the order, and additional charges will apply.

5. Payment is due upon receipt of the order confirmation. Orders not fully paid within 30 days will be automatically canceled, and the wines will be made available to other buyers.

6. En Primeur (EP) prices are listed in Singapore Dollars, exclusive of GST, and are based on ex-cellar Bordeaux terms.

7. Prices exclude shipping, freight insurance, and any applicable government duties.

8. All prices are valid only within the stated validity periods and may change without prior notice.

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Expert Review

Hubert de Boüard de Laforest continues to work alongside his daughter. In 2024 he signs his fortieth vintage, a milestone that Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal wished to honour.

93-95 Vinous

I was led through the three Angélus wines by Benjamin Laforêt, estate research and development technical coordinator and the site manager of the Carillon winery. He explained that he waited at harvest time and thought it was all over, but it wasn’t. Strangely, in this vintage, the longer hang time on the Cabernet Franc really paid off because it “built the palate, while Merlot is responsible for the perfume”. This may be counterintuitive, but it’s true for his wines in 2024. Benjamin explained that while many vignerons rightly complained about the massive challenges during the growing season, 2024 was the sort of ‘normal Bordeaux climate which everyone has forgotten’. We all hope the weather is stunning in this great region, but most years throw a spanner in the works at some stage, and it is how you cope with it that matters. While tasting this majestic wine, it was patently clear that Angélus managed better than most! This is a wonderful vintage with stunning power, poise, and not a hair out of place. It will age perfectly, with its monastic stance on the palate and beautiful, cool and deeply resonant fruit notes. The oak is invisible, yet it plays a crucial role in this wine. Even though it appears dazzlingly forward, and will undoubtedly flatter in its youth, the structure and intensity (all delivered without excess weight) in mid-palate will power this wine on for a good few decades. This is impressive stuff!