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La Gaffeliere 2019
HED58506
75 cl
14.5%
£70.00
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This Saint-Émilion property has been in the hands of the Malet-Roquefort family since 1705, whilst the estate itself dates from the second century. The 2019 vintage is Merlot driven, with a smaller percentage Cabernet Franc making up the blend. A fragrant, aromatic red with concentrated dark fruit character and a lovely freshness.
96 Vinous
The 2019 La Gaffelière is well-defined on the nose, though it does not have the complexity of the Petit Cheval and La Dominique tasted alongside. Yet with aeration, its mineralité does become more tangible. The palate is medium-bodied with a sappy entry, plenty of vibrant red fruit, orange rind and spice touches, just a little dustiness developing on the finish. Given the stellar showing in previous bottles, I shall not score based on this showing. Tasted blind at the Southwold annual tasting. Neal Martin1st February 2023
96 Jane Anson
The most gorgeous depth and complexity through the palate, with touches of mineral pulsing and salinity on the finish, a ton of brambled blackberry, raspberry puree, tobacco leaf, leather and raspberry leaf fruit. 60% new oak. Brilliant wine. Owned by the Malet-Roquefort family since 1715, with Stephane Derenoncourt consultant since 2004. I love this, and it has delivered on its En Primeur promise.Jane Anson26th January 2022
96 The Wine Independent
The 2019 La Gaffeliere is a blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple in color, it rolls out with pronounced notes of stewed black and red plums, boysenberry preserves, and Indian spices, leading to suggestions of cedar, underbrush, and black olives. The medium to full-bodied palate is lively and refreshing, with fine-grained tannins and delicate red and black fruit layers, finishing minerally.Lisa Perrotti-Brown1st May 2023
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