Chateau La Gaffeliere Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé 2015
Chateau La Gaffeliere Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé 2015
Chateau La Gaffeliere

Chateau La Gaffeliere Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé 2015

€645.00
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Country: France Region: St Emilion, Bordeaux

Varietal: 70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc

Vintage: 2015 Colour: Red Style: Dry

Producer: Chateau La Gaffeliere

Description:
Located to the south of the village of Saint-Émilion, Château La Gaffelière, Premier Grand Cru Classé de Saint-Émilion, boasts ancient origins. The discovery of mosaics during excavations confirmed the presence of vines on the estate as early as the Gallo-Roman era. Owned by the Malet Roquefort family for more than three centuries and located in the "golden triangle" between the hills of Châteaux Pavie and Ausone, Château La Gaffelière embodies the excellence of fine red Saint-Émilion wines.

97/100 Points - Vinous
"The 2015 La Gaffelière is a wine of total finesse. Much less obvious and overt than most Saint-Émilions in this vintage, La Gaffelière makes its case on harmony and grace above all else. Bright, lifted Cabernet Franc–infused aromatics give the 2015 striking freshness and aromatic presence. The flavours are bright and nuanced to the core, with plenty of red cherry, espresso and floral notes. But back to the basics. In 2015 La Gaffelière is a wine that stands out because of its impeccable balance and sense of proportion. I loved it. Tasted two times."

 

96/100 Points - Jane Anson
"Luscious colour, vibrant ruby red, with floral aromatics as Cabernet Franc begins to really take centre stage. Dried roses, incense, slate, pumice, saffron, with precision and energy. A standout of the tasting. Franck Darricau winemaker arrived in this vintage (taking care of ageing only for this particular year), Stéphane Derenoncourt consultant, 60% new oak for ageing."

 

96/100 Points -  Lisa Perrotti-Brown , The Wine Independent
"A blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, La Gaffeliere 2015 is medium to deep garnet in colour. It opens with slowly emerging scents of baked black plum, boysenberry preserves and tobacco leaf, plus suggestions of Indian spices and truffles. The full-bodied palate is rich with black fruit preserves and earthy layers, framed by grainy tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing long and earthy."

Tasting Notes:
Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2015 La Gaffeliere has a slightly reticent, broody nose of black truffles, fertile loam and mossy bark over a core of warm plums, crushed black berries and black cherries plus a touch of iron ore. Medium to full-bodied with firm and very finely grained tannins with layers of softly spoken fruit and great freshness, it finishes long.
Chateau La Gaffeliere Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classé 2015
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