The grand vin of Château L'Evangile is described in an old edition of "Grands vins de Bordeaux" (Dussaut editions) as "...full-bodied, elegant wines with incomparable bouquet and finesse." For many wine enthusiasts, the subtle and elegant quality is indeed the hallmark of this wine. Associated grape varieties in the wine: 80 to 90% Merlot, 10 to 20% Cabernet Franc. Oak barrel aging duration: 18 months, with 70% new barrels. Average annual production: 2,000 to 3,000 cases per year.
After a cold and wet winter, high temperatures in March and April favored the start of vegetation. Then, a long, temperate, grey period without excess continued until August, requiring enhanced technical monitoring. The good weather stabilized in early September and eventually favored good and calm grape ripening. This vintage is characterized by a 13-moon year and a longer than normal vegetative cycle. Discreet nose. Very round on the palate, full attack, generous mid-palate. Finish with a solid texture. Very well-integrated oak.