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La Gaffelière 1978
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Château La Gaffelière 1978, Premier Grand Cru Classé B, from the clay-limestone soils of Saint-Émilion. This wine, with 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, offers notes of ripe fruits and spices. The palate, silky and mineral, pairs well with red meats or aged cheeses.
A family estate rooted in the history of Saint-Émilion since 1705, where time sculpts wines of timeless elegance.
- Terroir: Clay-limestone soils of the "golden triangle" of Saint-Émilion, between the slopes of Pavie and Ausone, conferring a distinctive minerality.
- Vinification: A blend of tradition and precision, with cuvées where the freshness of Cabernet Franc dialogues with the roundness of Merlot.
Tasting notes for Château La Gaffelière 1978
To the eye: Garnet robe with tawny highlights, of a silky density where light dances with a chalky subtlety.
On the nose: Aromas of wild blackberry, seasoned cedar, blonde tobacco and damp undergrowth, lifted by a saline touch reminiscent of Atlantic breezes.
On the palate: Velvety texture, carried by a lively acidity and a stony minerality, with a long finish where gentle spices and melted tannins intertwine.
Serve at 16-18°C in a Bordeaux glass to release its full complexity.
Vintage 1978
A classic Bordeaux vintage, marked by balanced ripeness and a refined tannic structure, ideal for lovers of wines that are both powerful and harmonious.
- Aging potential: To be enjoyed today or cellared until 2030 in a constant-temperature cellar (12-14°C) with controlled humidity.
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