critic reviews
The medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2017 Lafleur-Gazin, 100% Merlot, displays delicate aromas of crushed cherries, Black Forest cake and baked plums with suggestions of star anise, fenugreek, unsmoked cigars and forest floor. Medium-bodied, the palate is chock-full of vibrant red and black berry layers, framed by nice, ripe, rounded tannins and bold freshness, finishing with a spicy kick.
The 2017 Lafleur-Gazin has a light bouquet with blackberry, raspberry and damp earthy/woodland aromas that need to muster more intensity but frankly, it’s just not in the mood. The palate is medium-bodied with plenty of red fruit tinged with dried blood and meat juice, quite a ferrous Pomerol with pleasing depth towards the finish. Not bad overall, but certainly a wine that I would consume within its first decade.