2015 vintage. The second wine of Château La Gaffelière, a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, from vines on the lower part of the southern hills of the estate and young vines from the better spots. Aged in 1 year old barriques, no new wood. This has real understated class. The nose is still a bit shy, give it time to open up. Cassis, flowers and a subtle hint of truffle. Nicely concentrated, but gently extracted, this is all about finesse and elegance. It has impeccable balance, nice complexity and good length. This is not a showy wine, but a very classic gentleman. Lovely value at 20 euros. Abv. 14%.
2015 vintage. The second wine of Château La Gaffelière, a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, from vines on the lower part of the southern hills of the estate and young vines from the better spots. Aged in 1 year old barriques, no new wood. This has real understated class. The nose is still a bit shy, give it time to open up. Cassis, flowers and a subtle hint of truffle. Nicely concentrated, but gently extracted, this is all about finesse and elegance. It has impeccable balance, nice complexity and good length. This is not a showy wine, but a very classic gentleman. Lovely value at 20 euros. Abv. 14%.
1 person found it helpfulSep 6th, 2020
Suuuuuper primary. Front loaded with fruit and spice and little else. For my palate, not ready for full appreciation. Disjointed; all knees and elbows. Quality is there for sure, just needs time. Check back in two-three years.
Suuuuuper primary. Front loaded with fruit and spice and little else. For my palate, not ready for full appreciation. Disjointed; all knees and elbows. Quality is there for sure, just needs time. Check back in two-three years.
1 person found it helpfulFeb 29th, 2020
Medium ruby; Lovely, elegant and well balanced, showing bright black fruit and hints of mocha. Lovely wine with classic St Émilion earthiness, tobacco and minerality. Medium body - not an intense fruit bomb but so elegant and silky on the finish.
Medium ruby; Lovely, elegant and well balanced, showing bright black fruit and hints of mocha. Lovely wine with classic St Émilion earthiness, tobacco and minerality. Medium body - not an intense fruit bomb but so elegant and silky on the finish.
1 person found it helpfulApr 9th, 2018
12/20/2022: Binnys $27
T: spicy, peppery, gravel aroma. Real peppery on the tongue. Long finish.
D: light cherry taste with brick notes
Both agree soft taste with a peppery finish
T: Tannins are very subtle. 3 layers. Brick, sweet summer cherry and pepper. My favorite French wine so far
12/20/2022: Binnys $27
T: spicy, peppery, gravel aroma. Real peppery on the tongue. Long finish.
D: light cherry taste with brick notes
Both agree soft taste with a peppery finish
T: Tannins are very subtle. 3 layers. Brick, sweet summer cherry and pepper. My favorite French wine so far
Dec 21st, 2022
St. Émilion, Libournais, Bordeaux, France
