INAUGURATIONS
The hallowed cellars that have enabled Château Angélus to reach the summit of excellence have been completely refurbished. With the very precious and competent support of two architects, Arnaud Boulain, who oversaw the works and Jean-Pierre Errath, working for the French authority for listed buildings and as a consultant, the new cellars are both functional and aesthetically pleasing. The existing buildings were completely reorganised to echo the image of Château Angélus, highlighting the campanological theme and viticultural tradition in harmony with the values of Saint-Emilion. The outline of the chateau surrounded by its vines lures the observer into the landscape, blending into it, while nevertheless creating a contrast that makes it stand out and exist. All the trade professionals...
The 2013 vintage presented en primeur
This year, wine professionals were invited to experience Château Angélus 2013, the family properties and the wines of Hubert de Boüard Consulting from 31st March to 4th April at Château Angélus. More than 2,500 people attended and took the opportunity to taste a selection of sixty wines and visit Château Angélus’ new winery. The 2013 vintage “Winegrowers are always careful before making definitive claims about the quality of a vintage. Experienced winegrowers know very well that wines very often reveal their qualities progressively. All our hard work and time spent in the vines and in the cellars contribute to bringing out the best of what nature gives us.” (Hubert de Boüard). After a rainy spring, which triggered poor fruit set and “hens and chicks” ...
Inauguration of Logis de la Cadène
Logis de la Cadène welcomed its first guests on Monday 3rd March. The restaurant was recently acquired by Château Angélus and a fresh, young, enthusiastic team has been introduced to present a new menu for the 2014 season, which will be served in its three lounges and on the terrace that have all been recently renovated. A new chef, Alexandre Baumard, now officiates in the kitchen. Alexandre learned his trade alongside Benoit Vidal at Mas des Herbes Blanches, Paul Bocuse at l’Auberge du Pont de Collonges, Christophe Bacquié at Hôtel du Castellet and Laurent Saudeau at Manoir de la Boulaie. The gourmet dishes on offer are in tune with today’s trends, reflecting the family brasserie style with traditional delights prepared with good local produce and a modern twist. The wine list...
Angélus presides in Shanghaï
The majestic private club, House of Roosevelt, recently served Château Angélus at a dinner held for wine connoisseurs.
Luxury and prestige in Delhi
Château Angélus and Cognac Louis XIII accompanied a dinner served at the LEELA Hotel Residence on 13th November, where wine connoisseurs and collectors paid tribute to these two prestigious family-owned wine & spirits firms.
Angélus in Asia
For several years now, Angélus has had a certain sway in Asia and continues to arouse keen interest amongst wine connoisseurs in search of prestigious products and the French art of living.
Last November, Stéphanie de Boüard Rivoal, Assistant General Manager, travelled to Asia to present Château Angélus in some renowned locations. She went to Peking, Hong Kong and Shanghai in China; to Delhi in India; to Jakarta in Indonesia and also to Burma.
Angélus in Australia
On 9th November, the very recently established Commanderie de Bordeaux in Australia welcomed Château Angélus at the occasion of an evening reception held at the French Ambassador’s residence in Canberra, during which six new Commanderie members were inducted. For Château Angélus the tour continued to Melbourne on 11th November, with a dinner party held at one of Australia’s most top rated restaurants, the “Vue de Monde”, on the 55th floor of the Rialto Tower. To bring this Australian tour to a close, a vertical tasting for eighteen sommeliers was given on 12th November at the premises of Riedel in Sydney.
Angélus in Hong Kong
At the occasion of the Hong Kong Wine Fair, Château Angélus was given place of honour during a master class that welcomed wine connoisseurs and collectors. The theme of the evening was devoted to inheritance “From 7th to 8th generation, inheritance involving women.”
