COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Merlot 70%, Cabernet Sauvignon 15%, Cabernet Franc 15%
PRODUCER
Domaines Comte de Malet Roquefort
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Léo de la Gaffelière 2019 is a red wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation in Bordeaux, France, produced by Domaines Comte de Malet Roquefort. The wine is a blend primarily of Merlot, with contributions from Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. It represents an accessible offering from a historic winemaking family with roots in the region dating back to 1705. The name 'Léo' pays homage to Count Léo de Malet Roquefort, linking the wine to the estate's long viticultural heritage. The 2019 vintage benefited from favorable weather, contributing to the wine's structure and character.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The wine is considered by some to be the 'third wine' of the esteemed Château La Gaffelière.
Fact 02
The name 'Léo' is a tribute to Count Léo de Malet Roquefort.
Fact 03
The Malet Roquefort family's winemaking history in Saint-Émilion dates back to 1705.
Fact 04
The estate's vineyards sit on a terroir known for its clay-limestone soils.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Léo de la Gaffelière is produced by Domaines Comte de Malet Roquefort, employing winemaking techniques consistent with the high standards of their Saint-Émilion appellation. The blend, dominated by Merlot, is likely fermented in temperature-controlled vessels to manage extraction and preserve fruit character. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in oak barrels, a process that imparts subtle oak nuances, such as vanilla, and contributes to the wine's structure and silky tannin profile. The producer utilizes ultra-modern cellars, indicating a blend of traditional winemaking principles with contemporary technology to ensure quality and consistency.
