Imagine the pedigree of a legendary Saint-Émilion estate, Château La-Gaffelière, a noble family crafting Bordeaux since 1705.
Now, picture that same unwavering dedication and expertise poured into their 2015 Château Chapelle D’Aliénor Bordeaux Supérieur – a wine that whispers of its esteemed origins without the commanding price.
From the celebrated 2015 vintage, hailed as "extraordinary" in Bordeaux, this Right Bank gem, nurtured on gravelly, clay-limestone soils akin to Pomerol's finest, unfolds with an intoxicating bouquet of sun-drenched black plums and ripe cherries, laced with the warm embrace of cedar and a delicate hint of clove.
On the palate, a silken caress leads to a seductive core of pure, persistent pleasure – a testament to the masterful touch of consulting winemaker Claude Gros.
This is the same visionary whose "singular, world-class efforts" have earned him accolades and coveted 95- to 99-point raves.
While Chateau La-Gaffelière Premier Grand Cru Classé Saint-Émilion itself shone brilliantly in 2015, earning impressive scores, the true revelation lies within the Chapelle D’Aliénor.
Here, 40+ year old vines, basking on perfectly exposed hillside slopes, combined with the ideal vintage and Gros's expert hand, have yielded a wine that doesn't just punch above its weight – it soars. James Suckling aptly captured the sentiment, noting its “round tannins and a delicious finish,” before asking the question on every savvy wine lover's lips: “Why wait?”
We wholeheartedly agree.
This 2015 Chapelle D’Aliénor isn't just a bargain Bordeaux; it's an invitation to experience the legacy and artistry of a Grand Cru estate at an utterly irresistible price.
Don't let this exceptional value slip away.
