Château Canon-la-Gaffelière Red Bordeaux Blend St. Émilion Grand Cru (2008)
| Winery: | Château Canon-la-Gaffelière |
| Region: | France » Bordeaux » Saint-Emilion Grand Cru |
| Type: | Table Wines |
Château Canon-la-Gaffelière
Château Canon La Gaffelière is located on the outskirts of the medieval town of Saint-Emilion, at the southern foot of the slope.
The 19.5 hectare vineyard has a complex, outstanding terroir of clay-limestone and clay-sand soil. The topsoil is primarily sandy, increasingly so as one moves away from the slope.
The unusual proportion of grape varieties (55% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon) at Canon-La-Gaffelière is perfectly suited to the soil.
The average amount of Merlot is approximately 70% in Saint-Emilion. This variety contributes roundness and opulence. However, the high percentage of Cabernet Franc at Canon-La-Gaffelière is unquestionably well-adapted to the estate's warm soil. This variety accounts for an exquisite bouquet with spicy, floral overtones, as well as power and aromatic complexity. The old Cabernet Franc vines do especially well on soil with a high clay content. Seeing as the Cabernets are usually late-ripening, they take full advantage of the estate's warm soil. This means they mature much earlier than in most other parts of the appellation.
The vines, an average of 45 years old, are deeply rooted in the soil and absorb all the goodness in the Read more »
Herbs and dark fruit, somewhat suppressed nose. A little bit green at this stage with a light to medium bodied mouth-feel with spice and floral notes. This is heavy cabernet concentration for St. Emilion, so patience will no doubt be rewarded. Still...
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Varietals Produced by Château Canon-la-Gaffelière View all
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Merlot
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Grenache
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February 2017
Château Canon-la Gaffelière St.-Emilion Pre-Arrival 2012
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2 of 3 Bottles, In Honor of my Son's 12th day on Earth. Read More
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January 2017
Les Hauts de Canon-la-Gaffeliere 2012
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Light cherry and mixed berry aromas. This has well developed cherry, raspberry and cranberry flavors, a savory earthy note and oak spice bringing up the rear which is dry and balanced with a fresh, lively acidity. Easy drinking and smooth. Read More
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June 2016
Here are some that are available at Total Wines in Alexandria, Va. Top ... Pichon Baron Pauillac, 2008Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere St. Emilion, 2010Chateau Leoville Barton St Julien, 2009Clarendon Hills Astralia, 2008Chateau Lascombes Margaux, 2010Chateau Giscours Margaux, 2000Mondavi Napa Reserve Cabernet, 2008Torbreck The Factor Shiraz, 20 Read More
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April 2013
I just posted almost all of my notes on Bordeaux 2012 on my ... my ... a double magnum, the Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere 1999 was not as good - it looks more evolved even though coming from a large format - while the Barton is fresher, more cedar like. Still, the Canon La Gaffeliere did convey pleasing richness. One of the best lunches was... Read More
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February 2013
The Bordeaux en primeur wines from the 2010 vintage are about to be released...which wines are you most excited about? Read More
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September 2012
Château d'Aiguilhe Red Bordeaux Blend Côtes de Castillon 2003
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August 2012
Comtes de Neipperg "Chateau d'Aiguilhe" Côte de Castillon 2009
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March 2012
Château Canon-la-Gaffelière Gcc St-Emilion Stefan Von Neipperg Bordeaux Saint-Emilion Rouges Français 2009
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This is well-cloaked for now in roasted vanilla and espresso notes ... Best from 2015 through 2030. -JM Read More
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January 2012
If I were anywhere near New York on the 29th I'd be going to this event. Great wine, interesting winemakers, and lots of old posters, art nouveau or otherwise. Why is it I'd rather have one of them on my wall then a Flash banner ad from the Web?Price seems like more than a bargain, and the money goes to charity, too.... ... Here's your chance ... Read More
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September 2011
Greetings all,I have just returned from Shanghai, where I was invited to be a judge at the Shanghai International Wine Challenge. Actually, I was called in for a judge who could not make it... But it was a thrilling experience, which you can read about on my website, with plenty of pics.In the meantime, I have had time to reflect on my time that... Read More
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