Le Petit Cheval
Saint Emilion
Red Blend from Bordeaux, France
Bottle size:
750 ml
Shipping: R99 nationwide
Le Petit Cheval
Château Cheval Blanc undeniably asserts itself at the top of its appellation, a hegemony which is largely due to the work of its tireless director Pierre Lurton for more than 20 years, with the technical support of Pierre-Olivier Clouet. The vineyard extends northwest of Saint-Emilion to the edge of Pomerol, over 39 hectares. Cabernet Franc is present in an extremely rare proportion for the appellation (49%), almost equal to that of Merlot (47%), with a complement of Cabernet-Sauvignon. The unique quality of the terroir distinguishes Château Cheval Blanc from neighboring estates: 40% gravel, 40% clay, and sand on clay. The property has a new ecological winery designed by architect Christian de Portzamparc. The wine of Château Cheval Blanc is unlike any other Saint-Emilion. It is unanimously praised for its depth, opulent texture and wonderful aromatic expression. Its ability to age is impressive. The estate produces a second wine called Le Petit Cheval, which offers a perfect introduction to the style of the vintage.
Description
It is therefore strongly marked by this variety and is aromatic, very fresh, and has attractive spicy notes. The colour is deep, dark, and lovely. The nose is forthcoming, with aromas of liquorice and spicy nuances. The wine features very pure flavours on the palate. It also well-balanced and has a long aftertaste. The tannic structure is quite elegant and there is a considerable degree of freshness. The finish is slightly spicy. This second wine is very polished and fresh thanks to the large proportion of Cabernet Franc.
Food Pairing
Beef, Lamb, Poultry, Game (deer, venison)
