2003 Chateau Angelus, Saint-Emilion, Bottle (750ml)

RP98 "I had this wine from my cellar, as well as at a tasting in Zurich in February of 2015. It is one of the handful of 2003s I bought from the Right Bank of Bordeaux in this vintage. Angelus really nailed the vintage, and has produced a fully mature wine that’s truly strutting its stuff. Dense, bluish/purple, it offers gorgeous notes of espresso roast, blackberry and blueberry liqueur, acacia flowers and a touch of chocolate. It is full-bodied, opulent and seems close to full maturity, as it is evolving quickly. The wine is full-bodied, rich and should be drunk over the next decade." RP Aug 2015

LP96 "A blend of 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Franc, the 2003 Angelus is medium to deep garnet-brick in color. It needs a little swirling to bring out notes of cherry compote, preserved plums, mulberries, and redcurrant jelly, giving way to scents of dried roses, Indian spices, and unsmoked cigars. The medium-bodied palate is rich and impactful with wonderfully plush tannins and incredible tension, finishing with a lot of brightness and great length!" LPB for TWI Feb 2024

Robert Parker writes, "The Boüard family, the proprietors of Château Angelus, date from 1544 in St.-Emilion. Located on lower hillsides, with a southerly exposure, their 67-acre vineyard, composed of sandstone, limestone and clay, is planted with 47% Cabernet Franc, 50% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon. Hubert de Boüard, who single-handedly elevated the quality from one of mediocrity (vintages such as 1978, 1982, 1983, and 1985 were disappointing), hit pay dirt with his efforts starting in 1988. Since then, there has been a remarkable succession of great wines." Published: Aug 27, 2015