It will have 30 years of longevity
concentrated style and is full-bodied
sweet spices
head and shoulders above in quality from anything you’ll find at this price at retail
A very classy Lynch-Bages with echoes of Jean-Michel Cazes' classics from the late 80s
2023 Chateau La Gaffeliere Saint-Emilion (Pre-Arrival) Blaufrankisch It will have 30 years94 97 Points, Vinous "One of the stars of the vintage, the 2023 Chteau La Gaffelire checks in as 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc resting in 50% new barrels. Cassis, smoked black fruits, graphite, and crushed stone all define the aromatics, and it hits the palate with medium to full bodied richness, a pure, layered, concentrated mouthfeel, plenty of tannins, and a great finish. It has a lot of oak but more than enough fruit and texture. It's serious