1971 La Gaffeliere
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In the first edition of this book I indicated that this wine was on the verge of cracking up. It is now in full decline, as the decaying, mushroom-like, woody, slightly oxidized bouquet suggests. In the mouth, the wine is feeble, lacks concentration, and finishes with noticeable alcohol and acidity. It is past its prime. Last tasted, 11/90.
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In the first edition of this book I indicated that this wine was on the verge of cracking up. It is now in full decline, as the decaying, mushroom-like, woody, slightly oxidized bouquet suggests. In the mouth, the wine is feeble, lacks concentration, and finishes with noticeable alcohol and acidity. It is past its prime. Last tasted, 11/90. Jan 1998, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
Bordering both Ausone and Pavie, this property has been owned by the De Malet Roquefort line for over 300 years – making them the oldest winegrowing family in Saint-Emilion.