PRE-ORDER 2014 | VIVINO 4.0 "The wine is described as having a steely red berry nose that is well-focused, with a supple, fleshy opening leading to a long finish. It displays savory character with hints of graphite, violet, and tobacco." 2018 | VIVINO 4.0 "A dense, full-bodied profile with ripe black fruit, plum, cassis, and a long finish. The wine displays delicate, fragrant aromas with fine tannins and subtle vanilla/oak." 2019 | VIVINO 4.0 "The 2019 offers a rich, silky texture with plum, blackberry, cassis, and chocolate notes, featuring a long, balanced finish." About Winery Château Magnan la Gaffelière, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, boasts a history dating back to the 1770s. Its origins are linked to the cooper at Château La Gaffelière, who drew inspiration for his own vineyard's name and wine style from his experience there. The estate, now spanning 10 hectares, is known for its clay and sandy soil, producing naturally delicate and generous wines. 

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PRE-ORDER 2013 | WE 94 An impressive, solidly tannic wine, this also manages to capture fresh fruits and acidity in a balanced package. The wine is firm, dark and designed for serious aging. It is packed with fruit tannins, structure and black currant fruitiness.  2015 | WE 97 Known for "total finesse" and freshness, rather than sheer power, featuring bright red cherry, floral notes, and earthy, truffle nuances 2016 | WE 97 Often described as having flavors of wild blueberries, crushed plums, kirsch, tobacco, and pencil lead with a structured yet velvety texture. 2017 | WA 97 Aromas of plum, violet, kirsch, and black raspberry with a medium-bodied palate, displaying great finesse, vibrant fruit, and a long, savory finish. 2018 | V 99 Aromas of black cherry, violets, liquorice, and tobacco, with a rich, complex, and velvety texture. 2019 | V 96 Top vintages for this Saint-Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classé. Known for its balance, velvety tannins, and notes of black fruit, tobacco, and crushed stone, it is considered a cellar-worthy wine with a long life ahead. 2021 | D 95 Ripe red berries, rose petals, blood orange, licorice, and mineral notes. Medium-bodied, refined, and structured with velvety tannins and a persistent, savory finish. About Winery Château La Gaffelière is owned by Léo de Malet Roquefort. Located in the centre of the St. Emilion appellation, due south of St. Emilion town, the property shares a similar climate to that enjoyed by both St.Emilion and Pomerol: more continental than the maritime Médoc, with generally more spring rainfall, though less in summer and winter. La Gaffeliere’s vineyards (Cabernet Sauvignon 5%, Merlot 65%, Cabernet Franc 30%) lie on a sloped sandy/clay-limestone topsoil and limestone subsoil (a mix of Côtes and Pieds de Côtes). La Gaffeliere is classified as a 1er grand cru classé(B). Clos La Gaffeliere is their Second wine. Born in 1985, Clos is produced mainly from the young vines.

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PRE-ORDER About Winery Château La Gaffelière is owned by Léo de Malet Roquefort. Located in the centre of the St. Emilion appellation, due south of St. Emilion town, the property shares a similar climate to that enjoyed by both St.Emilion and Pomerol: more continental than the maritime Médoc, with generally more spring rainfall, though less in summer and winter. La Gaffeliere’s vineyards (Cabernet Sauvignon 5%, Merlot 65%, Cabernet Franc 30%) lie on a sloped sandy/clay-limestone topsoil and limestone subsoil (a mix of Côtes and Pieds de Côtes). La Gaffeliere is classified as a 1er grand cru classé(B). Clos La Gaffeliere is their Second wine. Born in 1985, Clos is produced mainly from the young vines.

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Winemaker Notes The work in the plots of Clos is the equal to the actions in the parcels for the first label : pruning, cover, de-leafing, green harvest, hand-picking. In the cellar, the same technical gestures pace the successive stages of vinification. Licorice, earth and dark, fresh plums, this wine is silky, limber and sweet with freshness and finesse in the finish. It is a “wine for pleasure” with a 10 years ‘potential of ageing. Clos La Gaffelière has now a firm and recognized identity . First, it was exclusively proposed to private customers. Bordeaux negociants start to be interested in the vintage since 2000. About Winery Château La Gaffelière is owned by Léo de Malet Roquefort. Located in the centre of the St. Emilion appellation, due south of St. Emilion town, the property shares a similar climate to that enjoyed by both St.Emilion and Pomerol: more continental than the maritime Médoc, with generally more spring rainfall, though less in summer and winter. La Gaffeliere’s vineyards (Cabernet Sauvignon 5%, Merlot 65%, Cabernet Franc 30%) lie on a sloped sandy/clay-limestone topsoil and limestone subsoil (a mix of Côtes and Pieds de Côtes). La Gaffeliere is classified as a 1er grand cru classé(B). Clos La Gaffeliere is their Second wine. Born in 1985, Clos is produced mainly from the young vines.

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