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Wine Description
The Story
Whether by design or by pure chance, there are in the world exceptional places. Cheval Blanc is one of these. Combining a unique soil with a symbiotic mix of grape varieties, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, Cheval Blanc produces a wine, which has the rare quality of being good at any age. It is without doubt one of the most consistent wines in the world. Cheval Blanc's unique identity is due to its varied soils, early-ripening microclimate, the per...
Wine Information
This year is late in blooming and again in harvesting, the grape picking takes place from October 13th to 22nd. For Cheval Blanc it is the first time the harvest is that late. Yield is 29 ho/ha. Merlot has suffered from strong sag.
This is Cabernet Franc vintage reaching a volume of 12°, which to say it is magnificent.
Despite a beautiful summer, vine does not catch up with its tardiness.
Connoisseurs are unanimous in saying that Cheval...
