Château Canon La Gaffelière 2025 is an elegant and finely structured Saint-Émilion, blending 45% Cabernet Franc, 40% Merlot, and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. It opens with expressive aromas of blackberry, red berries, floral notes, and subtle spice, including white pepper and Chinese five spice. The palate is refined and lifted, with velvety tannins, fresh acidity, and a poised, balanced structure. Medium-bodied and aromatic, the 2025 vintage emphasizes finesse, purity, and layered complexity, finishing long with freshness and graceful energy. A precise, age-worthy Right Bank wine with strong character and charm.

James Suckling | JS 96-97
Published: Apr 29, 2026

A deep and layered young red with blackberry, black olive and white pepper character with a full body and savory fruit. White pepper and other spices. Depth with elegance. Extremely well crafted. A blend of 45% cabernet franc, 40% merlot and 15% cabernet sauvignon. 

Decanter | D 95
Published: Apr 1, 2026
Drink: 2030-2048

Beautiful aromatics, floral notes and Chinese five spice with some sweet red berry fruit. Juicy and lifted, a really lovely calm, chiselled and soft frame with velvety tannins and ripe but cool fruit. Acidity is not too tight and this has a generous but controlled element. Balanced and poised but maybe missing a touch more density of fruit. Lovely layering of texture and aromatic complexity.

Jancis Robinson | JR 16.5
Published: Apr 16, 2026
Drink: 2030-2042

45% Cabernet Franc, 40% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. 35 hl/ha. Certified organic. Cask sample.
Paler crimson. Berry-fruit aromas then fine texture and tannins. Plenty of freshness. Lighter weight on the palate but should gain in volume. (JL)

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Technical Specs

Alcohol: 13.0%
Closure: Natural Cork
Harvest: 2025
Oak: French oak ageing
Varietals: 45% Cabernet Franc, 40% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
Maceration: Traditional fermentation and extraction with a focus on gentle tannin management
Ageing: French oak barrels
Winemaker/Technical Director: Ludovic von Neipperg / Château Canon La Gaffelière
Region: Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France
Classification: 1er Grand Cru Classé B, Saint-Émilion
Agriculture: Certified Organic

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: 1–2 hours when young; longer decanting once mature
Drinking Window: Approximately 2030–2048, with potential for further ageing
Food Pairing: Roast lamb, beef, veal, duck, venison, game birds, mushroom dishes, truffle dishes and mature cheeses