Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Angelus |
Label Name: | St Emilion Gcc a |
Vintage: | 2022 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Saint-Émilion (Bordeaux) |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 14.5% |
Grape(s): | 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Franc. |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Highly rated: Wine Advocate (William Kelley) ~96–98, Vinous (Neal Martin) 95–97, Jeb Dunnuck 96–98, Jane Anson noted strong scores (≈97); multiple top-critic praise for 2022 Angelus
Tasting Note
Aromas of blackberry, black cherry, violets and pencil lead; concentrated, velvety palate with graphite/mineral lines, fine powdery tannins, spice and a long saline finish. (50 words max).
Food Pairing
Roasted lamb, rib‑eye, beef short ribs, mushroom risotto, aged cheddar; Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ ribs, braised beef with soy/ginger, Cantonese roasted meats.
Production Method
Cool ferment (≈20–23°C); part élevage in large wooden foudres (notably for Cabernet Franc), remainder in new French oak; ~18 months aging. Gentle extraction, reductive élevage to preserve freshness.
Vineyard Info
Château Angélus, Premier Grand Cru Classé 'A' (Saint-Émilion), ~39 ha; family estate led by Stéphanie de Bouard-Rivoal; historic property with modernized cellar and focus on quality and longevity.