Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere • St. Emilion, France
Château Canon-La Gaffelière is a Premier Grand Cru Classé B Saint-Émilion from the Bordeaux right bank, crafted by the v…Château Canon-La Gaffelière is a Premier Grand Cru Classé B Saint-Émilion from the Bordeaux right bank, crafted by the von Neipperg family from predominantly Merlot with a high proportion of Cabernet Franc on warm, sandy foothill soils belo…Learn More »
$107
/750ml
2018 Retail Average
96
/100
2018 Pro Rating
Chateau Canon La Gaffelière 2018 layers ripe blackcurrant, plum and red berry fruit with hints of mocha, exotic spice and earth, all wrapped in a silken texture. The fine, persistent tannins and vibrant freshness give structure and lift, while a long, chalk-tinged finish underlines its pedigree and significant aging potential.
Roast lamb with herbs de Provence; Duck breast with cherry glaze; Wild mushroom risotto
Château Canon-La Gaffelière is a Premier Grand Cru Classé B Saint-Émilion from the Bordeaux right bank, crafted by the von Neipperg family from predominantly Merlot with a high proportion of Cabernet Franc on warm, sandy foothill soils below the Saint-Émilion côtes. Known for its shift from ultra-modern, ultra-extractive winemaking toward a more restrained, terroir-driven style since the early 2000s, the wine typically combines ripe dark fruit, spice, and floral notes with refined tannins and notable aging potential.