Description
- Discover Château Canon-La-Gaffelière 2020, a prestigious Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé and a true benchmark of Bordeaux's Right Bank. Crafted by Stephan von Neipperg, this great wine elegantly expresses the full richness of Saint-Émilion's clay-limestone terroirs.
- The 2020 vintage captivates with its exceptional balance, aromatic finesse, and remarkable concentration. Its bouquet reveals notes of ripe black fruits, cherry, violet, sweet spices, licorice, and delicate woody nuances. On the palate, it is full-bodied, silky, and refined, supported by perfectly integrated tannins and a long, fresh, and elegant finish.
- Produced from a vineyard cultivated under certified organic farming practices, this Premier Grand Cru Classé benefits from careful aging on fine lees in French oak barrels—60% of which are new—giving it remarkable depth and aging potential.
- An exceptional case intended for lovers of Grands Crus Classés, collectors, and special occasions.
- Specifications
- Name: Château Canon-La-Gaffelière
- Vintage: 2020
- Appellation: Saint-Émilion AOC
- Classification: 1er Grand Cru Classé
- Country: France
- Region: Bordeaux
- Color: Red
- Producer: Château Canon-La-Gaffelière
- Farming Practices: Certified organic
- Packaging: Wooden case of 6 bottles
- Volume: 6 × 75 cl
- Aging: On fine lees in French oak barrels (60% new)
- Aging potential: 15 to 25 years
- Serving temperature: 16 to 18 °C
- Recommended decanting: 1 to 2 hours before tasting
- Composition
- Blend:
- 55% Merlot
- 30% Cabernet Franc
- 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Tasting Notes
- Color
- Deep red with purple highlights.
- Nose
- Complex aromas of ripe black fruits, cherry, violet, licorice, sweet spices, and subtle toasty notes.
- Palate
- Full-bodied, elegant, and perfectly balanced. The tannins are silky, the texture is velvety, and the finish lingers with lovely freshness and great precision.
- Food and Wine Pairings
- Pairs well with:
- Beef tenderloin
- Lamb rack
- Duck breast
- Game
- Risotto with porcini mushrooms
- Aged cheeses
- Good to know
- 1er Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Émilion.
- Produced from a vineyard cultivated using certified organic farming methods.
- The 2020 vintage is renowned for its balance, finesse, and excellent aging potential.
- Aged on fine lees in French oak barrels, 60% of which are new.
- A great Bordeaux wine capable of aging favorably for over 20 years.
- Ideal for lovers of Grands Crus Classés, collectors, and gourmet meals.
- Technical Information
- Wine Type: Red Wine
- Appellation: Saint-Émilion AOC
- Region: Bordeaux
- Country: France
- Vintage: 2020
- Packaging: Wooden case of 6 bottles
- Volume: 6 × 75 cl
- Alcohol content: 13.5% vol.
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites.
Miscellaneous
- DeinDeal AG price per bottle: CHF 68,2
- Price per bottle (RRP): CHF 91,1666666666667
- Abuse of alcohol is dangerous for your health, please consume in moderation.
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