Chateau Angelus 2023

Wine Advocate 95-96/100 : “A classic blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the 2023 Angélus reflects this estate’s continuing evolution with regard to ripeness, extraction and élevage choices, offering up attractive aromas of dark berries and plums mingled with hints of mint, potpourri, rose petals, vine smoke and orange zest. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and supple, with a velvety attack that segues into a core of pure, pillowy fruit framed by supple, powdery tannins, it’s cool and harmonious, concluding with a long, perfumed finish. This is a terrific effort that foregrounds the vintage and the terroir at their best”.

James Suckling 97-98/100 : “The transparency of fruit and the finesse is really something here. There’s depth and beauty to the pristine, fresh fruit. Full-bodied and muscular with wonderful tannins that provide tension and form. Subtle and weightless, this is a thought-provoking young wine. 60% merlot and 40% cabernet franc”.

Falstaff 97/100 : “Deep dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, brightening on the rim. Finely spiced black cherries, blackberries, a hint of fine oak, light floral nuances, candied orange zest. Complex, juicy, elegant with fine tannins, good freshness, pronounced fruit in the finish, mineral and long-lasting, a taut food wine full of finesse with good ageing potential. Opens a new, delicious chapter for Angelus in terms of style”.

Markus Del Monego 98/100 : “Dark purple colour with violet hue and black core. Noble and multi-layered nose with sophisticated fruit, ripe blackberries, black cherries and mulberries, complemented by fine floral hints reminiscent of peony and violet. A very energetic palate with excellent fruit yet rather in a refined and subtle style, very subtle oak, elegant minerality and fine floral hints in the finish. A wine with finesse and wonderful tension”.