The 2018 Canon la Gaffeliere is a Bordeaux Blend from the Saint Emilion region of Bordeaux, France. Produced by Canon la Gaffeliere, it demonstrates the classic elegance and complexity expected from this esteemed wine area. This vintage is composed of 55% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, matured in 50% new French oak barrels.

James Suckling awards this wine a remarkable 96 points, noting its "fantastic depth and richness" with aromas of "plums, mushrooms, bark, and mahogany." He commends its "full-bodied, tight and focused" nature, marked by "very fine tannins and a long, creamy finish." Similarly, Wine Enthusiast rates it 96 points, highlighting its sophisticated black currant fruit and "firm tannins" that promise aging potential.

Vinous also praises the wine, giving it 97 points, describing it as "bright, punchy and full of character" with a "mineral-drenched finish." Antonio Galloni of Vinous emphasizes the wine's balance and expressive nature, suggesting that it "needs a lot of air to open, but when it does, it is dynamite."

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gives it 95 points, emphasizing a "seductive nose of plum preserves, kirsch, and Black Forest cake." Lisa Perrotti-Brown notes its "medium to full-bodied palate" and "well-balanced freshness." Jeb Dunnuck concurs with a 95-point score, appreciating its "elegant texture, ripe tannins, and a great finish," recommending a 4-6 years bottle age for optimal enjoyment.

Wine Spectator also gives it 96 points, noting the "lovely core of mulled cassis, damson plum, and raspberry reduction notes." Decanter compliments its "silky texture" and "attractive slate edge," awarding it 95 points. Overall, the 2018 Canon la Gaffeliere stands out as a highly impressive wine with a balanced, complex character promising long-term enjoyment.