Carillon d'Angélus Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2022 - Second Vin

Bettane & Desseauve

About the estate:

Located in the heart of the Saint-Émilion coast, in the appellation’s most prestigious sector, with a south-facing exposure, Angélus boasts one of the finest terroirs, spanning 25 hectares in a single block. This estate, brought to the pinnacle of success by Hubert de Boüard—an exceptional winemaker and the heart and soul of the place—is now led by his daughter Stéphanie and his nephew Thierry Grenié de Boüard, who have been at the helm since 2016. The estate has few equals. It features a high percentage of Cabernet Franc (40 to 50%), significant human and financial investment (the new winery built in 2014 enables the production of wines of even more impressive precision, and the recent helium balloon system is designed to counteract hail damage), and above all, meticulous attention to every detail. All of this adds up to a highly sophisticated approach. These constant efforts earned the estate the highest ranking of Premier Grand Cru Classé A in 2012, an elite distinction that places it on the same level as Cheval Blanc or Ausone. More recently, the transition to organic farming has completed the estate’s rise to prominence; it stands out for its highly distinctive sensuality and subtle anise notes found nowhere else. Fresh, elegant, and supported by velvety tannins, Angélus remains one of the most complex Saint-Émilions on the Right Bank.

Decanter

About the wine:

Deep, heady aromas of blackcurrant, plum, and licorice, enhanced by delicate floral notes. On the palate, it is creamy, juicy, and succulent, with great aromatic complexity while remaining light in body. Magnificent, ultra-fine tannins glide effortlessly across the palate, giving this wine a silky, mineral character. The combination of salty cherries, crushed stone, and fresh mint makes this a joyful and indulgent wine, both energetic and refined. With great finesse and beautiful depth, this second wine is delicious and elegant, ready to enjoy now. 60% new oak barrels. pH 3.65. 2026–2046

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

About the estate:

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the estate:

Promoted to the top four Grand Cru Classé A estates in the most recent Saint-Émilion classification in 2012, no other château has climbed so far up the Bordeaux hierarchy in such a short time. This remarkable rise, achieved over two decades, is the work of Hubert de Boüard—a modernist winemaker, master communicator, and international consultant, and a leading figure in local and national wine industry organizations. In 2013, the winery underwent a complete renovation and beautification, and is now crowned by a spectacular carillon. After restructuring the family estate’s vineyard parcels—giving it every advantage to reach the appellation’s highest standards of quality—Hubert de Boüard stepped down. In 2017, Thierry Grenié-de Boüard joined Stéphanie de Boüard-Rivoal at the helm of the château. The eighth generation has taken the reins and is significantly shifting the landscape. Angélus exemplifies the best of the formal and sophisticated perfection found in today’s great Bordeaux wines. Ten kilometers from Angélus, a new winery will be used for the vinification of Carillon and N°3, the second and third wines, each with their own dedicated plots. With the 2021 vintage, the château will officially obtain its organic certification.

Wine Spectator

Vinous

Jeb Dunnuck

About the wine:

The 2022 Carillon du Château Angelus reaches a new level of class and purity, with magnificent notes of blackcurrant, spicy wood, spring flowers, and hints of smoke and tobacco. It boasts superb texture, full-bodied richness, and pure, refined tannins. This is a brilliant second wine that possesses the class of a great wine. 2025–2050

Le Figaro vins

About the wine:

A generous bouquet, where the intensity of meaty notes blends with a wave of freshly cut flowers, exuding their vitality in a captivating burst. The palate is sumptuous, with a cashmere-like texture as graceful as a dancer on stage. The acidity, with its exquisite liveliness, illuminates the wine and extends it into a subtle, lingering finish. 2027–2042

Yves Beck

About the wine:

The clay soils immediately impart a distinct richness through notes of black berries, licorice, and peonies, bringing both charm and freshness. Elegant and linear, the wine asserts itself with confidence, flowing smoothly yet with character and ambition. It is precise, harmonious, vigorous, and exhilarating! Such beauty in a world of power.

Jean-Marc Quarin

About the wine:

Dark, purplish color. Intense nose with pure, ripe fruit. Full-bodied on the attack, smooth in the mid-palate, and very aromatic; the wine develops a juicy, deep character without harsh tannins, displaying elegance in its overall structure and depth on the finish. Good length.