La Gaffelière is one of our favorites at K&L, and while this vintage has somehow flown a bit under the radar for them, it’s about as great as it gets from this estate. Dual 98-point scores call it “the energy of an atomic bomb” and “nothing short of thrilling,” and I’ll add that our current price is borderline ridiculous for what it delivers. With prime Right Bank real estate bordering Ausone, La Gaffelière makes the most of the 2020 vintage—a potential all-timer for Saint-Émilion. It combines the concentration of the growing season, the minerality of its terroir, and an appealing brightness all at once. Aromatically compelling, it offers a core of red fruit layered with mouthwatering acidity. A beautiful texture lends a sense of luxury, while fine tannins provide character and structure without sacrificing elegance. All the best of La Gaffelière is on display here, and at our current retail price (with perfect property-direct provenance), it stands as a poster child for exceptional value in Bordeaux.

One of the best 2020s I have tasted. Fabulous aromas of black raspberry and blackberry. Very perfumey. Quite full-bodied-thick and palate filling. Lush, sweet, and sexy. Seamless-regal. A super value for sure. Tastiing at the property-20% less production than 2019. 60% Merlot and 40% Cab Franc. Asian spice aromas with some chocolate thrown in. Super fresh and elegant. Brings back memories of the great La Gaffeliere’s -1953-1955-1959-1961-1964.