Chateau Cheval Blanc Saint-Emilion 1er Grand Cru Classe 2014

Cheval Blanc’s prestigious career began in 1852, when the first wine under this name was marketed. Generation after generation, the estate was ruled by the descendants of the Laussac-Fourcaud family. The culmination of their efforts came in 1954, with the first classification of Saint-Emilion wines. Then Cheval Blanc received the supreme distinction: the Premier Grand Cru Class “A” classification. This distinction has been permanently reconfirmed every ten years. Cheval Blanc has finally joined the envied “Club of 9”, which brings together the cream of the “premier” cream of Bordeaux. > Bouquet: of great aromatic purity, characterized by an amazing complexity. The notes of red fruits (raspberries, stony cherries) are intertwined with those of black fruits (currant jam, blackberries, blueberries); the floral register is delicate, with notes of roses and violets; freshness (fresh mint, eucalyptus) and minerality (graphite, chalk) complete the very strong aromatic palette; overall. The bouquet is concentrated and characterized by a very special aromatic shine and great purity. Taste: the sincere and strong attack gives way to a gustatory sensation in which the density and firmness of the tannins melt into an unparalleled smoothness. The finish is fresh and elegant. It is a chiseled and gourmet wine, complex and of exceptional length for such a young Saint-Emilion. Culinary combinations: classic dishes of veal, pork, beef, lamb, ducks game, roast chicken, grilled meat; Asian dishes, tuna, mushrooms; saturated pasta Serving temperature 15.5 ° C Optimal consumption period: 2026 – 2040 Number of bottle produced: 150,000 96 James Suckling Points 97 Wine Spectator Points 96 Parker Points 96 Points Wine Enthusiasm t