Clos La Gaffeliere Saint Emilion Grand Cru

Type of wine The Clos La Gaffeliere Saint Emilion Grand Cru from Château La Gaffelière is a red wine with a protected designation of origin from Bordeaux, crafted from a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes . It has a ruby colour and aromas of cherry, plum and tobacco. On the palate, it is deep, with very fine tannins and a pleasant fruity freshness. It is excellent when served decanted alongside red meats, poultry and stewed game . Origin It originates in the territory of Saint-Émilion, produced by the Château La Gaffelière winery, whose viticultural roots date back to 1705. The vineyards sit on a limestone plateau and clay-limestone slopes, giving the wine balance and a precise flavour profile. Agricultural management respects the ecosystem through permanent grass cover and mechanical weeding, promoting high biodiversity . Production In the vineyard, manual intervention is used to ensure the well-being of the plants. In the cellar, the grapes are transferred by gravity into stainless steel vats , with fermentation at a controlled temperature to preserve primary aromas. This is followed by 13 months of ageing in barrels to integrate the structure with notes of oak and spice. The result is a complex red, capable of excellent bottle evolution for ten years. History and Interesting Facts The origins of the Clos La Gaffelière estate date back to the Gallo-Roman era, bearing witness to an uninterrupted dedication to viticulture since 1705. The 2022 vintage combines this glorious heritage with a sustainable approach: the vineyards are enhanced through environmentally friendly agricultural practices , which exclude the use of herbicides in favour of mechanical weeding and natural grass cover. Every manual task, entrusted to local labour , preserves the authenticity and rich biodiversity of a truly unique ecosystem.