Château Cheval Blanc
Premier Grand Cru Classé, Saint-Émilion (magnum), 1999

 

Saint-Émilion

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1.5L Magnum

The complex, explosively fragrant 1999 Cheval Blanc is a blend of 59% Merlot and 41% Cabernet Franc. It is already showing well, which is a good sign for a wine that traditionally is reserved early in life, but puts on weight and richness in the bottle. Stylistically, this wine is probably cut from the same mold as vintages such as 1985, 1966, and 1962. The color is a dense ruby with purple nuances. Once past the blockbuster bouquet of menthol, leather, black fruits, licorice, and mocha, the wine reveals medium body, extraordinary elegance, purity, and sweet, harmonious flavors with no hard edges. This is a seamless beauty of finesse, charm, and concentration. The 1999 is an exciting Cheval Blanc to drink relatively young. Robert Parker 94 points.

Quick Facts
Winemaker (s)
Pierre Lurton
Domaine
Château Cheval Blanc
Vintage
1999
Type
Red Wine
Grape (s)
59% Cabernet Franc
41% Merlot
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux Grands Crus Classés
Appellation
Saint-Émilion
Farming Practice
Conventional
Alcohol
13.5%
Bottle Size
1.5L Magnum
Closure Type
Natural Cork
Region

Château Cheval Blanc

Château Cheval Blanc, a 1er Grand Cru Classé is unquestionably the leading estate in St. Emilion. It is located in the north-west of the St. Emilion appellation, bordering Pomerol.
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