Château la Gaffelière is one of those wineries that are worth seeking out, even if this is the only bottle you will ever drink from the winery. The 2016 vintage was a powerful vintage with a 70/30 Merlot, Cabernet Franc blend and will be one that you could drink now, but just make sure to decant before serving. The wine is powerful with rich, dark fruit notes, intense dark chocolate, floral tones with silky tannins.

Château La Gaffelière is a classic example of quality Saint-Émilion winemaking, proudly carrying its Premier Grand Cru Classé B status. With roots tracing back to the Gallo-Roman era, this historic estate has been owned by the Malet Roquefort family for over four centuries, making it one of Bordeaux’s most storied properties. Today, Château La Gaffelière blends centuries of tradition with modern winemaking to create wines that embody the elegance and richness of Saint-Émilion. Nestled on the famed limestone plateau, the vineyards are predominantly planted with Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Franc. The terroir here is exceptional, combining clay-limestone soils with superb sun exposure, giving the wines a perfect balance of power and finesse. These wines are complex and full-bodied, capable of ageing beautifully for decades, but they also offer charm and approachability in their youth. Château La Gaffelière is a true expression of Saint-Émilion’s timeless elegance.