Angelus Castle

The Saint-Emilion coast

the origin of wine

Ideally located on the hillside and foothills south of the appellationSaint-EmilionThe 85-hectare vineyard has 55 toSaint-Emilionand 30 in the heart of the historic property. This famous castle whose bell tower houses a renowned carillon.

The amphitheater-shaped vineyards primarily benefit from a subsoilclay-limestoneThe soil is naturally well-drained and benefits from excellent sun exposure. The grape varieties are particularly well-suited to the terroir: theMerlotson a clay base and theCabernet Franc(47% of the area) on the more sandy-clay-limestone soils at the foot of the slope.

Boüard family

Exceptional men and women

THEChâteau Angélusis the property of the familyde Boüard de Laforestsince 1782.Hubert de BoüardFrom 1987 onwards, he significantly modernized the estate. Hubert de Boüard, a trained oenologist and passionate about innovation, now consults for numerous estates. He has handed over the reins of the property to his daughter.Stéphanie de Boüard-RivoalThis young team will be tasked with several missions, including a reflection on soil life and the balance of ecosystems.

Angelus Castle

Character & know-how

Since his rise to the rank ofPremier Grand Cru Classé A of Saint-EmilionOlder vintages continue to appreciate in value. The Château's objective is to raise its selling price to a level close to that of Château Cheval Blanc and Ausone. Critics' reviews, and in particular those of...Robert Parkerhave been complimentary about the last 15 vintages, confirming the very impressive improvement in quality. Upon tasting, the wines of theChâteau Angélusareopulent,dense,creamy, but alsoelegant,thoroughbredand of a verygreat purityIn this magical, powerful and sensual wine, the Cabernet Francs bring that extra freshness and contribute to a veryvery long guard.Angelus Chimesis the second wine of the château: it is produced primarily from young vines and from selected parcels of lower quality than the first wine. The château typically markets the majority of its wines inearly produce.