La Gaffeliere 1985
La Gaffeliere 1985 is a dry, medium-bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Saint-Emilion, France), in the juicy, fruity reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, charcuterie. Cheapest offer £90.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Château La Gaffeliere 1985 is a mature-vintage, Merlot-based red wine from the St-Emilion appellation of Bordeaux. Located just to the west of Château Pavie, La Gaffeliere is a renowned Saint-Émilion property that has been in the hands of the Malet-Roquefort family since 1705. The estate itself traces its history back to the second century. On the 1985 vintage. "The 1985 has a full-intensity, spicy, herbaceous, richly fruity bouquet, medium body, soft tannins, and a supple finish." Robert Parker, 1998