2021, Le Carillon d'Angelus
Angélus, 1er Grand Cru Classé A
Exclusive agency or direct allocations
Tasting Notes
"Now benefiting from its own dedicated winery, the 2021 Le Carillon d'Angélus is no longer a "second wine" per se, but rather draws on some 25 hectares of dedicated vineyards, emphasizing Merlot from the cool terroirs of Saint-Christophe-des-Bardes, complemented by holdings in the gravelly Figeac sector and on clay soils near Angélus itself—with anything that doesn't make the cut relegated to the No. 3 d'Angélus. Exhibiting aromas of raspberries, plums, warm spices and nicely integrated new oak, it's medium to full-bodied, supple and polished, with lively acids, refined tannins and a long, penetrating finish."
- The Wine Advocate, 90-92+ points.
Blend
80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc.
*18% higher than 2020 vintage
Minimum case purchase of 6x750ml. Price includes freight and 7% GST on wines only. Exclude duties. En Primeur 2021 Terms and Conditions apply.
12 Available for 750ml
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The Producer
The vineyard of Château Angélus is situated in a natural amphitheatre overlooked by the three Saint-Emilion churches. In the middle of this special site, the sounds were amplified and the angelus bells could be heard ringing in the morning, at midday and in the evening. They cadenced the working day in the vineyards and villages, calling the men and women to stop their labours for ... read more →