Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere Grand Cru Classe St-Emilion from France, Bordeaux, St-Emilion by Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere Soft & Supple Reds (12 x 75 cl)
Vines have been grown at Chateau La Gaffeliere since Gallo-Roman times, as attested by a villa from this period discovered by Count Leo de Malet Roquefort. His family have owned and managed this chateau for four centuries giving them a richer and longer history than any other winegrowers in Saint-Emilion. The current owner makes use of this experience to renovate every now and then but also to perpetuate the traditions that have made La Gaffeliere famous worldwide. The wine is a deep ruby-red colour and it has a rich and complex bouquet with hints of blackcurrant and truffle. 18-20 months in new barrels. "...a compressed but alluring, medium bodied, finesse-filled format...pretty fruit and a dry, crisp finish. Anticipated maturity, 2000-2010." Parker, 87. (12 x 75 cl)
Bernard Germain is the sixth generation of a wine-making family. His motto is 'tradition rhymes with exception'. Evidently, therefore, he has a great respect for the art and traditions of wine-making, and it is in this spirit that the wines of Germain and Associes are made. A Merlot dominated wine with a delicious palate of fruit showing elegance and finesse. (12 x 75 cl)