CARILLON D'ANGELUS 2nd wine of Ch. Angelus, Saint-Emilion 2022 Bottle
Red Still Wine | France | Bordeaux | Saint-Émilion | 75cl
£129.95
ABV: 14%
Size: 75cl
Closure Type: Cork
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Sub-Region: Saint-Émilion
Wine Style: Medium Bodied
Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Description
The 2022 Le Carillon d'Angélus is an elegant and vibrant Bordeaux with a fresh, precise profile. On the nose, it offers alluring aromas of raspberries, red plums, and subtle earthy notes, complemented by hints of truffle and sweet soil. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, showcasing a lively, fleshy core with finely managed tannins and a long, saline finish. The wine balances weight and density with refreshing acidity, giving it both structure and vibrancy. Its captivating perfume of red berries, florals, and a touch of citrus rind, combined with a minerally, layered richness, highlights its potential for aging and development. With excellent tannin management and a bright, crisp character, this wine promises great charm now and impressive longevity from 2026 to 2046.
A Deeper Dive;
Chateau Angélus
Nestled in the centre-west of the St Emilion appellation, Chateau Angélus spans 39 hectares and is located less than a kilometre from the renowned medieval steeple. The estate benefits from a south-facing slope that enhances grape cultivation.
On the lower sections, Cabernet Franc flourishes in sandy, warmer soils, while the upper areas are predominantly planted with Merlot, which thrives in the clay enriched with limestone. This diverse terroir, paired with the estate’s careful vineyard management, contributes to the unique and aromatic character of Angélus wines, known for their richness, structure, and remarkable ageability.
JAMES SUCKLING - 94-95 Points
"A very fresh and vivid red with crunchy and bright character. Citrus rind as well. Medium-bodied. Fine taninned with a vivid finish. Precise."
THE WINE ADVOCATE - 91-93 Points
"Unfurling in the glass with notions of raspberries, red plums, sweet soil tones and truffle, the 2022 Le Carillon d'Angélus is medium to full-bodied, fleshy and vibrant, with powdery tannins and a long, saline finish. As readers will remember, this bottling 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."
DECANTER - 94 Points
"Scented red berries on the nose, creamy, floral, perfumed, juicy and fresh, with savoury herbal aspects too. Sleek and so refined, this is fresh and captivating but with weight and density. Mouthwatering acidity gives the life and the spark straight away, with firm but fresh and cool tannins supporting the fruit, present but not too much, giving the frame and the nuance. Tannin management is excellent with blue fruits, liquorice and subtle sweet tobacco notes. Bright, shining and sleek, this is both juicy and layered, mineral and fruity, while retaining freshness and bite. Leaves a lingering impression and has great ageing potential."
Drinking Window - 2026-2046