| Klassifiziering | Cru Classe |
| Typ | Rotwein |
| Marke | Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere |
| Jahrgang | 2009 |
| Land | Frankreich |
| Hauptregion | Bordeaux |
| Region | Saint-Emilion |
| Rebsorte | Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux Blend |
| Inhalt | 0,75 |
| Preis pro Liter | 133,28 € |
| Zustand | Aus Original Holz Kiste |
| Label | Perfekt |
| Vorrat | 0 |
An intriguing blend of nearly 50% Merlot, a whopping 35% Cabernet Franc and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon (a somewhat unusual combination for this region), the 2009 reminds me of the 1990. A big, inky/purple-tinged wine with just over 14% natural alcohol, it exhibits exotic, flamboyant aromas of espresso roast, incense, sweet black cherries, black currants, licorice, asphalt, barbecue smoke, Christmas fruitcake and herbs. Full-bodied with silky tannins, luscious fruit, a hedonistic yet complex personality, low acidity, noticeable tannin and enviable purity, this head-turning beauty can be enjoyed over the next 15-20 years.
This is well-cloaked for now in roasted vanilla and espresso notes, but there's ample, fleshy fig sauce and mulled blackberry fruit in reserve. The long finish sports a melted licorice snap feel. Dense, but beautifully polished and pure.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.
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