2021 Château La Gaffelière Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Magnum
| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | |
| Appellation | Saint-Emillion |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grape | , |
| Content (Alc) | 1.5 ltr (13.5%) |
| Drink window | 2026 - 2050 |
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Description
The Château La Gaffelière Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé 2021 shows the elegant style of the house with refinement, tension and balance. The wine opens with aromas of black cherry, blackberry and raspberry, followed by violets, lavender and subtle spiciness. On the palate it is medium to full-bodied, with silky tannins and a fresh, long finish. The blend of 58% Merlot and 42% Cabernet Franc is aged for 15 months in 60% new French oak. Despite its youthful charm, it comes into its own from 2028 and can age effortlessly until 2055. A precise, classic wine with modern finesse.
FACT: In the tab 'Attachments' you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will automatically send you this when you order this wine. The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
You can read the full wine reviews from Parker, Suckling, Vinous and Wine Spectator via the links next to the image. A free service for our customers.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grandcruwijnen customers.
Beef tenderloin with fried mushrooms and red wine jus
The juicy texture of the tenderloin complements the silky tannins perfectly, while the earthy notes of the mushrooms blend beautifully with the mineral character of the wine.Rack of lamb with rosemary and garlic from the oven
The spicy rind of rosemary and garlic accentuates the wine's spicy, floral notes, while the lamb carries the fruity richness and structure well.Roasted duck with cherry compote
The combination of dark fruit in the dish and in the wine creates harmony, and the fat of the duck is nicely balanced by the fresh acidity of the wine.Beef stew with carrot, onion and bay leaf
Slow-cooked beef enhances the deep flavors of the wine, while the braising liquid and herbs subtly play off the complex layers of spice and earth in the glass.Grilled aubergine with tomato, lentils and thyme
A vegetarian dish with savoury and earthy components that combine well with the freshness and structure of the wine, and the umami of the aubergine underlines the depth of the fruit.Matured Comté or old farm cheese with walnuts
The nutty notes and salt crystals in the cheese pair beautifully with the tannins and length of the wine, while the cheese allows the red fruit to speak for itself.
Specifications
| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Appellation | Saint-Emillion |
| Winery | Chateau la Gaffelière |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Drinking as of | 2026 |
| Drinking till | 2050 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 1.5 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 93 |
| James Suckling rating | 95 |
| Vinous rating | 97 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Complex, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Tannines |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard |
Professional Reviews
Parker
The 2021 La Gaffelière is quite rich and generous by the standards of the vintage, wafting from the glass with aromas of cherries and raspberries mingled with licorice, pencil shavings and creamy new oak. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and seamless, it has good depth at the core, lively acids and a sapid finish.
Published: Feb 08, 2024
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James Suckling
94-95
Château La Gaffelière St.-Emilion 2021
Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Color
Red
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Vintage
2021
A very precise and curated wine with ultra-fine tannins that run the length of the wine. Medium body. Dark berry and dark chocolate flavors and a creamy finish. Classy.
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Vinous
94
Drinking Window
2028 - 2055
From: 2+2=5: Bordeaux 2021 In Bottle (Feb 2024)
The 2021 La Gaffelière has quite a powerful bouquet with ample black cherry and raspberry fruit, violet and licorice—aromatics you would misconstrue as those from a warmer growing season. The palate is medium-bodied and fleshy with ripe tannins and good depth. It has more fruit intensity than its peers, yet it manages to retain mineralité and composure toward the finish. This is an excellent Saint-Émilion from the top drawer.
- By Neal Martin on November 2023
96
Drinking Window
2031 - 2061
From: 2021 Bordeaux: L’Enfant Terrible (Feb 2024)
The 2021 La Gaffelière is a wine of sublime elegance and understated finesse. Aromatic and pliant, the 2021 shows the more delicate side of the year, yet all the Gaffelière signatures are present. Lavender, mocha, spice, dried herbs and leather are some of the many notes that grace this exquisite Saint-Émilion. The balance here is mind-blowing. Give this time, as it won't be ready to drink anytime soon.
- By Antonio Galloni on December 2023
(95-97)
Drinking Window
2031 - 2061
From: 2021 Bordeaux En Primeur: Back to Classicism (May 2022)
The 2021 La Gaffelière is a wine of extraordinary finesse and class. Time in the glass brings out striking depth and complexity. The aromatics alone are beguiling but everything about the 2021 speaks to elegance. Crushed red berry fruit, rose petals, blood orange, mint and saline notes punctuate the finish.
- By Antonio Galloni on April 2022
(94-96)
Drinking Window
2028 - 2055
From: Enticingly Fallible: Bordeaux 2021 En Primeur (May 2022)
The 2021 La Gaffelière was picked September 22 to October 15, and matured in 60% French new oak. There is a healthy 42% Cabernet Franc here. The nose is quite open with black cherry, blueberry and touches of violet and peony; the oak is nicely integrated. In the mouth, this is medium-bodied with fine delineation, good focus and real midpalate weight. Conveying good intensity and vibrancy, this continues a strong run for this Saint-Émilion estate.
- By Neal Martin on April 2022
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Magnificent Bordeaux wines from a beautiful terroir
Château La Gaffelière is located in the south of Bordeaux in Saint-Emilion. With its unique silhouette, the chateau welcomes thousands of visitors traveling on the D122. This road used to be part of the estate and was already offered to the community when people were still used to travel on horses. Château La Gaffelière is the basis of a great wine, a 1st Grand Cru since the start of the classification of St Emilion in 1959. The vine has been present on the land of Château La Gaffelière since Gallo-Roman times, as shown by the numerous mosaics discovered by Comte Léo de Malet Roquefort in 1969. A strange coincidence: Ausonius had a vineyard in the same place (in the 4th century). The Malet Roquefort family is convinced that these mosaics have decorated the rooms of his villa. The quality of these decorative elements further underlines the richness of this place, called "le Palat" (Palatium means palace).
The wine of this winery comes from an exceptional terroir, the "golden triangle" nestled between the hills of Pavie and Ausone. However, a great region is of course nothing at all without the willingness and dedication of people. The De Malet Roquefort family has been running the estate for over 3 centuries, passionately and with a single goal: upgrading the vineyards and producing a wine with amazing aging potential.
The terroir
Currently, the estate extends over 32 ha, including the 22 ha in the 1st Grand Cru Classé. The plots are located in 3 different locations:
The limestone plateau: clay layers and green marl with a thickness of 3 to 5 meters sandwiched between two limestone beds. The plateau is located at about 90 meters above sea level. From the 16th century, limestone was widely extracted, blocks of stone were used for the construction of Bordeaux monuments and mansions.
The hill side, facing south-southwest: a favorable position for viticulture because a beautiful light is combined with a slope for natural water drainage. Furthermore, the Fronsac molasse (clay substrate) helps to regulate the supply of water and the supply of minerals by the plant.
The foot of the hill: made of carbonate sand. This soil is fragile but healthy. It takes special care and meticulous work to bring out the finesse of the grape
The vineyard
Since the year 2000, Château La Gaffelière has started an important replanting program. Now the vines can age peacefully up to an average of 35 years. The working methods have evolved to promote environmentally friendly viticulture. The vines are pruned according to Double and Single Guyot, depending on the planting density. The guiding principle of the work at La Gaffeliere is respect for the terroir and grapes. People are always looking for a ripe, full fruit. Grape tasting remains an essential step in planning the exact harvest date for each plot. The grapes are then picked by hand and placed in small boxes of about 10 kilos and placed in a cold storage (8 ° C) overnight.
Grape varieties
The vineyards consist of 75% Merlot grapes and 25% Cabernet Franc grapes.
Order Château La Gaffelière wines online at Grand Cru wines
Château La Gaffelièrewijnen can be ordered online as well as in the conditioned showroom at Grandcruwijnen.nl, the wine trade with one of the largest wine collections in the Netherlands and Belgium, where you can order both special wines and wines for every budget. Quality products, fast delivery & reliable service, that is Grand Cru wines.
The Château La Gaffelière Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé 2021 shows the elegant style of the house with refinement, tension and balance. The wine opens with aromas of black cherry, blackberry and raspberry, followed by violets, lavender and subtle spiciness. On the palate it is medium to full-bodied, with silky tannins and a fresh, long finish. The blend of 58% Merlot and 42% Cabernet Franc is aged for 15 months in 60% new French oak. Despite its youthful charm, it comes into its own from 2028 and can age effortlessly until 2055. A precise, classic wine with modern finesse.
FACT: In the tab 'Attachments' you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will automatically send you this when you order this wine. The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
You can read the full wine reviews from Parker, Suckling, Vinous and Wine Spectator via the links next to the image. A free service for our customers.
Need advice on finding the perfect wine for your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grandcruwijnen customers.
Beef tenderloin with fried mushrooms and red wine jus
The juicy texture of the tenderloin complements the silky tannins perfectly, while the earthy notes of the mushrooms blend beautifully with the mineral character of the wine.Rack of lamb with rosemary and garlic from the oven
The spicy rind of rosemary and garlic accentuates the wine's spicy, floral notes, while the lamb carries the fruity richness and structure well.Roasted duck with cherry compote
The combination of dark fruit in the dish and in the wine creates harmony, and the fat of the duck is nicely balanced by the fresh acidity of the wine.Beef stew with carrot, onion and bay leaf
Slow-cooked beef enhances the deep flavors of the wine, while the braising liquid and herbs subtly play off the complex layers of spice and earth in the glass.Grilled aubergine with tomato, lentils and thyme
A vegetarian dish with savoury and earthy components that combine well with the freshness and structure of the wine, and the umami of the aubergine underlines the depth of the fruit.Matured Comté or old farm cheese with walnuts
The nutty notes and salt crystals in the cheese pair beautifully with the tannins and length of the wine, while the cheese allows the red fruit to speak for itself.
| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Appellation | Saint-Emillion |
| Winery | Chateau la Gaffelière |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Drinking as of | 2026 |
| Drinking till | 2050 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 1.5 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 93 |
| James Suckling rating | 95 |
| Vinous rating | 97 |
| Tasting Profiles | Aards, Complex, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Tannines |
| Drink moments | Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard |
Parker
The 2021 La Gaffelière is quite rich and generous by the standards of the vintage, wafting from the glass with aromas of cherries and raspberries mingled with licorice, pencil shavings and creamy new oak. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and seamless, it has good depth at the core, lively acids and a sapid finish.
Published: Feb 08, 2024
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
James Suckling
94-95
Château La Gaffelière St.-Emilion 2021
Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Color
Red
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Vintage
2021
A very precise and curated wine with ultra-fine tannins that run the length of the wine. Medium body. Dark berry and dark chocolate flavors and a creamy finish. Classy.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
Vinous
94
Drinking Window
2028 - 2055
From: 2+2=5: Bordeaux 2021 In Bottle (Feb 2024)
The 2021 La Gaffelière has quite a powerful bouquet with ample black cherry and raspberry fruit, violet and licorice—aromatics you would misconstrue as those from a warmer growing season. The palate is medium-bodied and fleshy with ripe tannins and good depth. It has more fruit intensity than its peers, yet it manages to retain mineralité and composure toward the finish. This is an excellent Saint-Émilion from the top drawer.
- By Neal Martin on November 2023
96
Drinking Window
2031 - 2061
From: 2021 Bordeaux: L’Enfant Terrible (Feb 2024)
The 2021 La Gaffelière is a wine of sublime elegance and understated finesse. Aromatic and pliant, the 2021 shows the more delicate side of the year, yet all the Gaffelière signatures are present. Lavender, mocha, spice, dried herbs and leather are some of the many notes that grace this exquisite Saint-Émilion. The balance here is mind-blowing. Give this time, as it won't be ready to drink anytime soon.
- By Antonio Galloni on December 2023
(95-97)
Drinking Window
2031 - 2061
From: 2021 Bordeaux En Primeur: Back to Classicism (May 2022)
The 2021 La Gaffelière is a wine of extraordinary finesse and class. Time in the glass brings out striking depth and complexity. The aromatics alone are beguiling but everything about the 2021 speaks to elegance. Crushed red berry fruit, rose petals, blood orange, mint and saline notes punctuate the finish.
- By Antonio Galloni on April 2022
(94-96)
Drinking Window
2028 - 2055
From: Enticingly Fallible: Bordeaux 2021 En Primeur (May 2022)
The 2021 La Gaffelière was picked September 22 to October 15, and matured in 60% French new oak. There is a healthy 42% Cabernet Franc here. The nose is quite open with black cherry, blueberry and touches of violet and peony; the oak is nicely integrated. In the mouth, this is medium-bodied with fine delineation, good focus and real midpalate weight. Conveying good intensity and vibrancy, this continues a strong run for this Saint-Émilion estate.
- By Neal Martin on April 2022
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
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Magnificent Bordeaux wines from a beautiful terroir
Château La Gaffelière is located in the south of Bordeaux in Saint-Emilion. With its unique silhouette, the chateau welcomes thousands of visitors traveling on the D122. This road used to be part of the estate and was already offered to the community when people were still used to travel on horses. Château La Gaffelière is the basis of a great wine, a 1st Grand Cru since the start of the classification of St Emilion in 1959. The vine has been present on the land of Château La Gaffelière since Gallo-Roman times, as shown by the numerous mosaics discovered by Comte Léo de Malet Roquefort in 1969. A strange coincidence: Ausonius had a vineyard in the same place (in the 4th century). The Malet Roquefort family is convinced that these mosaics have decorated the rooms of his villa. The quality of these decorative elements further underlines the richness of this place, called "le Palat" (Palatium means palace).
The wine of this winery comes from an exceptional terroir, the "golden triangle" nestled between the hills of Pavie and Ausone. However, a great region is of course nothing at all without the willingness and dedication of people. The De Malet Roquefort family has been running the estate for over 3 centuries, passionately and with a single goal: upgrading the vineyards and producing a wine with amazing aging potential.
The terroir
Currently, the estate extends over 32 ha, including the 22 ha in the 1st Grand Cru Classé. The plots are located in 3 different locations:
The limestone plateau: clay layers and green marl with a thickness of 3 to 5 meters sandwiched between two limestone beds. The plateau is located at about 90 meters above sea level. From the 16th century, limestone was widely extracted, blocks of stone were used for the construction of Bordeaux monuments and mansions.
The hill side, facing south-southwest: a favorable position for viticulture because a beautiful light is combined with a slope for natural water drainage. Furthermore, the Fronsac molasse (clay substrate) helps to regulate the supply of water and the supply of minerals by the plant.
The foot of the hill: made of carbonate sand. This soil is fragile but healthy. It takes special care and meticulous work to bring out the finesse of the grape
The vineyard
Since the year 2000, Château La Gaffelière has started an important replanting program. Now the vines can age peacefully up to an average of 35 years. The working methods have evolved to promote environmentally friendly viticulture. The vines are pruned according to Double and Single Guyot, depending on the planting density. The guiding principle of the work at La Gaffeliere is respect for the terroir and grapes. People are always looking for a ripe, full fruit. Grape tasting remains an essential step in planning the exact harvest date for each plot. The grapes are then picked by hand and placed in small boxes of about 10 kilos and placed in a cold storage (8 ° C) overnight.
Grape varieties
The vineyards consist of 75% Merlot grapes and 25% Cabernet Franc grapes.
Order Château La Gaffelière wines online at Grand Cru wines
Château La Gaffelièrewijnen can be ordered online as well as in the conditioned showroom at Grandcruwijnen.nl, the wine trade with one of the largest wine collections in the Netherlands and Belgium, where you can order both special wines and wines for every budget. Quality products, fast delivery & reliable service, that is Grand Cru wines.