“Appetizingly round, with its texture always gently extracted.” (Le Guide RVF 2021) This cuvée, from the Les Galichets vineyard, displays a complex aromatic palette of sweet spices and fruit notes (cherries, blackcurrants), with meaty and salty undertones. The tannins are fine and elegant, and the finish is savory, tender, and rounded.
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Eye
A dense, deep color with purple hues
Nose
A rich and complex bouquet of sweet spices, cherries, blackcurrants, meaty notes, and briny undertones
Palate
Delicate tannins, a savory finish, softness, and roundness
Serve
Serve at 16–18°C in a decanter
Open
30 minutes before
Drink before
2025+
Food and wine pairings
Serve with pork tenderloin, creamy sauce, and whole-grain mustard; a nice veal chop with mushrooms; or poultry...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 3 stars (A high-quality product that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2021 guide) 90/100
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
Unfortunately, this 2017 vintage has a slight animal note. Nevertheless, it retains an appealing roundness, with its fruit still gently extracted.
About the estate:
Emmanuel Caslot and his sister Laurie lovingly and meticulously continue the work of thirteen generations at this historic Bourgueil estate. Here, Cabernet Franc is vinified with genuine gentleness to express the nuanced terroirs of sand, clay, and limestone on the lower, mid, and upper slopes. Each label is judiciously adorned with a color that reflects the intensity and complexity of the wine: from vibrant red for Peu Muleau to deep purple for Grand-Mont. These quintessential Bourgueil wines highlight the refined, cool austerity of Cabernet Franc while possessing a magnificent, smooth texture. We must also commend the aging process in the tuffeau cellars before release.
Customer rating
3.7/5
based on 16 reviews
Review by Mr. GILLES D. Posted on August 18, 2023
Cabernet Franc enthusiasts who have been patient will be charmed by the old vines of this 2017 vintage, which produce a pure, straightforward wine, supported by a delicate, silky tannic structure that clearly reveals the limestone brilliance of the tuffeau. It exudes a certain restraint, dominated by aromas of tart red fruits and spices, with a subtle hint of oak. The finish is drawn out by a sustained minerality. Still capable of aging well. Rating: 3.5. Light and fresh, this mature 2017 Galichets was served at 16°C after two hours of aeration, paired with roast veal in a sauce made with small wild mushrooms.
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Review by Mr. DOM T. Published on June 20, 2021
excellent
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Review by Mr. JEAN PIERRE B. Published on March 22, 2026
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Review by Mr. JEAN FRANCOIS M. Posted on 10/04/2025
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Note and review by Mr. CHRISTIAN P. Published on 16/02/2025
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Review by Mr. JACK F. Posted on 02/14/2025
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Review by Mr. JEAN CLAUDE L. Posted on September 23, 2024
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Review by Mr. FREDERIC V. Posted on June 28, 2024
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Review by Ms. MICHEL P. Posted on March 11, 2024
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Review by Mr. FREDERIC B. Posted on May 4, 2023
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