Château Canon-la-Gaffelière

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(33) 05 57 24 71 33 Château Canon La Gaffelière BP 34
SAINT-ÉMILION, 33330
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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 »

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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

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JonDerry

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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October 2019

There is a lot of information on this vintage available at the usual download locations - particularly if you have accounts (I avoid this in most cases as I hate advertising). Having said this, i can say that I have not had a poor example from this Bordeaux vintage - which is either merely serendipitous or an excellent indicator of the quality ... Read More

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October 2019

The amount of product available from this vintage in the Gironde Basin is amazing and needs further (in depth) discussion. I will await an inaugural entry by other members, but will add information by Sunday, October 13th if nothing is added. In my lifetime, only the 2005, 2009 and 2010 merit any real comparison to this vintage. Read More

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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

Wine review by Mr Dolce
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

Wine review by Snooth Editorial
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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August 2012

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March 2012

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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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