"The aromas of blackberries, black olives, and notes of tobacco and dried fruit are captivating and alluring. This is a medium-bodied to full-bodied wine with smooth, refined tannins and a savory finish. It becomes refined and precise following the complex fruit notes. Classic in character, with a velvety texture and beautiful balance. Notes of ripe fruit and freshness at the same time.” (James Suckling 2026)
Delivery: First half of 2028
Packaging: Plain cardboard box for 1 to 5 bottles purchased and original wooden case for multiples of 6 bottles
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Bettane & Desseauve
4-Star Estate (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Facing Cheval Blanc on the legendary Pomerol plateau, L’Évangile has a strong case to make: its 19 hectares are planted on deep soils of gravel mixed with clay and sand. The owner, Baron Éric de Rothschild, has equipped his Pomerol estate with state-of-the-art facilities that match the potential and reputation of this château. Small vats, in particular, allow for closer monitoring of the harvest and more precise blending. The vineyard restoration plan, involving the removal and replanting of vines, is ongoing. It will take at least a decade for this estate to fully express its potential. L’Évangile captivates with its vibrant energy, its generous bouquet of truffle, and its velvety texture of great refinement, offering an elegant dimension without being overpowering. This leading Pomerol has reached a new level of quality since 2004 and has produced superb vintages since 2009. More supple, the second wine, Le Blason, offers a gateway to the pleasures of Pomerol without breaking the bank. 2018 promises to be exceptional!
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
Founded around the mid-18th century, when it was known as Fazilleau, the vineyard was renamed L'Évangile in the early 19th century. At that time, it covered 13 hectares, an area close to its current size (15 hectares). The first turning point in its history occurred during the Second Empire with its purchase by Paul Chaperon, who built the château and helped quickly establish its reputation by harnessing the qualities of a terroir that is both highly distinctive and well-balanced, featuring very pure clays, sands, and gravel, over a subsoil rich in iron-rich clay. L'Évangile was sold to the Rothschilds in 1990, marking a second major turning point for this estate, which then benefited from significant investments and the expertise of its director, Charles Chevallier, who handed the reins to Éric Kohler in 2015.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
Ideally situated between Pétrus and Cheval Blanc, L’Évangile—majority-owned by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)—has undergone a major restructuring and a comprehensive overhaul of its vineyards in recent years, including, among other things, the acquisition of new plots. The results of this significant work led by Jean-Pascal Vazart and his team are evident in the quality of the wines, and the latest vintages produced place the estate at the very top of the appellation. 2018, a particularly challenging year from a viticultural standpoint, marked the vineyard’s transition to organic farming.
Wine Enthusiast
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Vinous
Wine rated (2026 guide) 96-98/100
About the wine:
L'Évangile 2025 has been given a new lease on life thanks to winemaker Juliette Couderc. It starts off understated but truly comes into its own after a few swirls in the glass: black cherries, mint, and juniper berries, with a hint of truffle, full of liveliness and energy. A marvelous precision. The palate is medium-bodied, with supple tannins, lovely acidity, and superb minerality. One might almost think of a limestone soil, but that is not the case. The finish is very briny and impressively long. This Évangile is remarkable given the vintage and seems imbued with a remarkable personality.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2026 guide) 97-98/100
About the wine:
The aromas of blackberries and black olives, along with notes of tobacco and dried fruit, are captivating and alluring. This is a medium-bodied to full-bodied wine with smooth, refined tannins and a savory finish. It becomes refined and precise following the complex fruity notes. Classic in character, with a velvety texture and beautiful balance. Notes of ripe fruit and freshness at the same time. 86% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2026 guide) 96-98/100
About the wine:
Intensity has never really been L’Evangile’s focus; it is subtlety that takes center stage, along with diversity. Floral nuances, synonymous with freshness, sit side by side with aromas of ripe black berries, while a hint of cocoa emerges in the background. The velvety attack promises elegance, which is perfectly carried through to the mid-palate with smooth, creamy tannins. The acidity acts in the background, imparting a precious freshness. The result is a harmonious, elegant, linear, and mouth-watering wine. An Evangile focused on finesse, with the added bonus of a refreshing finish extended by a subtle structure. 2030–2055
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