A Conversation about Château Angelus
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In 2022 one of the world’s most famous wines decided to leave their iconic classification throwing the Bordeaux region into a state not seen in generations. Jason Wise opens a 2016 vintage with Yves de Launay of the iconic Right Bank Bordeaux, Chateau Angelus, as they discuss why they chose to leave and what the family has planned for the future.
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