head and shoulders above in quality from anything you’ll find at this price at retail
Ferrière shows the more virile side of Margaux off to great effect
concentrated style and is full-bodied
The wine is aged in steel tank (no oak at all) for two years
with classic notes of bread dough and fresh citrus pith all the way through the finish
2023 Chateau La Gaffeliere Saint-Emilion (Pre-Arrival) Blaufrankisch head and shoulders above in94 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