Clos La Gaffeliere 2017, St. Emilion Grand Cru

Details

The second wine of Ch Gaffeliere, produced from younger vines.

“The 2017 La Gaffeliere is a blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc. Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the nose is a little closed to begin, slowly unfurling to reveal fragrant scents of kirsch, black raspberries and warm plums plus suggestions of unsmoked cigars, rosehip tea and underbrush. Medium-bodied, the palate has fantastic elegance and sophistication, with tons of bright, perfumed fruit and exquisitely ripe tannins, finishing with bags of freshness and energy. Since the lower-lying sections of La Gaffeliere were affected by frost this year, this wine mainly comes from the section up on the Saint-milion plateau, near Ausone. Truly impressive! ” Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate (March 2020)

Drink 2020-2026

Enjoy with roasts, or lightly spiced dishes.