Chateau L'Evangile 2025

The 2025 Château L’Évangile stands as a brilliant example of how great terroirs can shine even in demanding vintages. Located on the border between Pomerol and Saint-Émilion, L’Évangile has once again crafted a wine that seamlessly combines richness, elegance, and precision. Through meticulous vineyard work and rigorous selection, the estate has produced a wine of exceptional purity and refinement that captures the unique character of this celebrated plateau.

Tasting Profile

The nose reveals an alluring bouquet of blackberries, cassis, black cherries, violets, tobacco leaf, graphite, and subtle truffle notes. On the palate, the wine is medium- to full-bodied, offering silky tannins, vibrant freshness, and remarkable purity. Layers of dark fruit, liquorice, spice, and mineral nuances unfold seamlessly, leading to a long, refined, and saline finish that reflects the unique character of this great Pomerol terroir.

Critic Reviews & Scores

James Suckling:

97–98/100 – A refined and beautifully balanced L’Évangile with aromas of blackberries, dark cherries, graphite, and flowers. Polished tannins and exceptional freshness drive the wine through a long and focused finish.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux:

96/100 – Elegant and detailed, displaying layers of cassis, plum, violets, and subtle spice. Fresh, energetic, and impressively precise with outstanding balance.

Neal Martin, Vinous:

96–98/100 – Perfumed and expressive with black cherry, cassis, mint, and mineral notes. The palate is beautifully structured with remarkable tension, finesse, and persistence.

Georgina Hindle, Decanter:

96/100 – Pure and sophisticated, combining floral aromatics, dark fruits, and saline minerality. A wine of impressive precision and ageing potential.