Château Canon la Gaffelière - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2014

Jamessuckling.com

93 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe2/16/2017

This is a big, rich wine with masses of ripe black-fruit aromas and a lot of supple, dry tannins that support the full body very nicely. Drink in 2020 but delicious now.

Vinous

95-96 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe2/6/2017

One of the wines of the vintage, the 2014 Canon La Gaffelière is explosive, lifted and aristocratic in its breeding. Bright Cabernet Franc aromatics give the wine its signature lift and precision. Raspberry jam, rose petal, mint, blood orange, tobacco and pomegranate build slowly on the palate, leading to a super-expressive, finely knit finish. Powerful yet also impeccably refined, the 2014 has it all. The 2014 is 55 % Merlot, 37 % Cabernet Franc and 8 % Cabernet Sauvignon. Don't miss it. Tasted two times.

Wine Spectator

95 / 100

byJames Molesworththe1/11/2017

This cuts a wide swath, with mouthwatering tobacco and warm ganache notes leading the way, followed by a wave of fig, black - berry and black currant preserves. Shows remarkable definition already, even though the structure is strident. Tempting now, but just put this in the back of the cellar. Best from 2020 through 2035. From France .— J.M

Le Point

16,5-17 / 20

byJacques Dupontthe5/21/2015

Joli nez assez précis, Zan, violette, réglisse, bouche précise, délicate, fraîche, droite, équilibrée, fin, délicat.

Vinous

93-96 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe5/11/2015

Exuberant and explosive, the 2014 Canon La Gaffelière is quite forward in style, yet all the elements seem to come together. An open, exotic bouquet melds into sweet red cherries, plums, spices and dried rose petals. The high percentage of Cabernet Franc gives the wine considerable aromatic lift and tons of personality. Floral and savory Franc notes abound on the super, long finish. The 2014 is 55% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon.

The Wine Cellar Insider

93-94 / 100

byJeff Levethe5/5/2015

Distinctive floral scents with ripe, black raspberry and plum notes are found in the perfume. On the palate, this wine is soft yet vibrant with a fresh, sweet, black cherry and red licorice finish. Made from a blend of 55% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine reached 13.5% alcohol with a pH of 3.58. 93-94 Pts

Wine Advocate

90-92 / 100

byNeal Martinthe4/30/2015

The Château Canon-la-Gaffelière 2014 is a blend of 55% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon picked between 25 September to 9 October. Stephan von Neipperg told me that this is the first vintage that the estate is certified organic. Matured in 70% new oak barrels, it has a really quite sensual bouquet with lascivious red cherries and strawberry fruit lavished in new oak that is completely in sync. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, crisp acidity, harmonious as usual. It is not the most sophisticated Canon-la-Gaffelière that you will ever taste, but there is engaging freshness and impressive length here. I suspect it will settle amongst the upper band of my score once in bottle. Very fine.

Asian Palate

90-91 / 100

byJeannie Cho Lee MWthe4/20/2015

A pretty Canon La Gaffeliere with attractive aromatics of violets, cedar and sweet spices. Palate is fairly light with velvety tannins and freshness. As always, the focus is on finesse and subtlety for this wine. Consistently well-made despite vintage variation.

Decanter.com

17,25 / 20

byJames Lawther MWthe4/17/2015

55% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Franc, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon. Organically certified. Zesty, dark fruit nose. Good vineyard expression. Fresh and vibrant on the palate. Tiny, textured tannins. Drink: 2022-2034 (90+)

Jancis Robinson

15,5 / 20

the4/13/2015

Dark healthy-looking blackish crimson. Overripe notes on the nose. Very definitely playing the mass-and-alcohol card but there are slight green notes on the end. Fast fade. Not the way to go.

Drink 2021-2029

Jamessuckling.com

93-94 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe4/10/2015

A beautiful and succulent red with blueberry, violets and berries. Full body, long and intense. Extremely integrated. Made from organic grapes. 55% merlot, 36% cabernet franc and 8% cabernet sauvignon.

timatkin.com

94 / 100

byTim Atkin MWthe4/7/2015

René Gabriel

19 / 20

byRené Gabrielthe4/1/2015

55 % Merlot, 37 % Cabernet Franc, 8 % Cabernet Sauvignon. 24 hl/ha. Extrem dunkles Purpur. Die Nase ist voll schwarzer Dörrpflaumen und Darjeelingnoten. Er zeigt dabei eine füllige Würze und auch eine erstaunliche Tiefe. Im Untergrund dunkle Schokonoten, Malznuancen und Lakritze. Im Gaumen sublim, samtig und bedeutend weicher als die anderen Neippbergweine in diesem Jahrgang. Der Nachklang ist schon fast überwürzig und man kann sich jetzt schon auf die sekundäre Aromatik dieser grossartigen Tiefe in der Flaschenreife freuen. Hier scheinen die grossartigen Cabernets die Wende zu bewirken. Der Nachklang ist legendär. Dieser grossartig gelungene Canon-La-Gaffelière gehört zu den ganz wenigen Top-Weinen des Libournais in diesem nicht einfachen Jahrgang. 19/20 2025 – 2048

Wine Enthusiast

94 / 100

byRoger Vossthe4/1/2015

93–95. Barrel Sample. Superripe fruits dominate this wine. It is generous and full in the mouth, the tannins and structure buried within the fruity richness. The finish shows ample freshness.

— R.V. (4/2/2015)

Wine Spectator

93-96 / 100

byJames Molesworththe3/30/2015

A strong ganache element flows along with the dark currant and blackberry flavors. A charcoal edge underscores the
finish, imparting drive and definition. This will be a winner when it stretches out.

Bettane & Desseauve

17,5 / 20

Avec 55% de Merlot, 37% de Cabernet Franc et 8% de Cabernet Sauvignon, des petits rendements, c'est un vin qui associe beaucoup de densité à une grande fraicheur. Le tanin est fin et serré, il y a un corps dense et velouté, un fruit très pur, beaucoup d'intensité.