Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere 2023

35% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon
In wooden vats for 30 days. Extraction by pneumatic pigeage punching down the cap
Maturing/ageing : 75% in oak barrels 40% new on the lees. 25% in vats

James Suckling 96-97/100 : “Showing al-dente fruit with raspberries, orange peel and other hints of bitter citrus. Medium-bodied with creamy and medium, round tannins leading to a salty finish. Cabernet franc really showing through. A blend of 45% cabernet franc, 35% merlot, 20% cabernet sauvignon. May be better than 2022”.

Vinous (Antonio Galloni) 94-97/100 : “The 2023 Canon La Gaffelière is a powerful, dense wine. In recent years Canon La Gaffelière has been on the more perfumed side, but the 2023 moves in a direction of textural intensity. On the other hand, its balance is compelling. Dark, red-toned fruit, pomegranate, spice, blood orange, mint and dried herbs open, but only with great reluctance. Tannins are present but also buried by the fruit”.

Falstaff 94/100 : “Dark ruby, purple reflections, subtle brightening on the rim. Delicately spicy, black forest berries, a hint of cherries, floral nuances, candied zest, inviting bouquet. Juicy, good complexity, fine fruit expression, balanced and finely structured, ripe cherries in the aftertaste, a delicate style, already accessible”.