CHATEAU CHEVAL BLANC 1983 |

Château Cheval Blanc 1983 St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classé (A)u. 1bn, 2vts, scuffed and stained labels, 1 of which torn, scuffed capsules, excellent color and clarityVintage from 29 September to 8 October, with a very long, late ripening season. 13% alcohol. Some Cabernet Franc suffered hail damage and was selected out of the blend. Press wine in new barrels added to the (successful) tannic structure. Immensely scented, like meaty bouillon. Blackcurrant intensity in the centre. Massive after-taste. Right at the top in this vintage. Serena Sutcliffe, MW WA 933 bts (sc)Estimates are per lot