CRITIC REVIEWS
Antonio Galloni
The 2023 Angelus is elegant and polished right out of the gate. Floral top notes and bright acids bring out the more refined side of Angelus. The 2023 shows how much Angelus has evolved in recent years. Bright red-toned fruit, blood orange, mint and rose petal lend notable verve. The blend is 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc. About half of the Franc is being raised in foudre. All the elements are so well integrated for a young wine. It is one of the best recent vintages I have tasted.
William Kelley
A classic blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the 2023 Angelus reflects this estate's continuing evolution with regard to ripeness, extraction and elevage choices, offering up attractive aromas of dark berries and plums mingled with hints of mint, potpourri, rose petals, vine smoke and orange zest. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and supple, with a velvety attack that segues into a core of pure, pillowy fruit framed by supple, powdery tannins, it's cool and harmonious, concluding with a long, perfumed finish. This is a terrific effort that foregrounds the vintage and the terroir at their best.