Lot 5466
  • 5466

CHATEAU CHEVAL BLANC 1961 |

Estimate
85,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description

Château Cheval Blanc 1961 St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classé (A)u. 1t/hs, 7hs, 2h/m, from different importers, damp affected and soiled labels, slightly corroded capsules, 1 minor sign of old seepageThe year of the 29 May frost and La Grande Coulure - the result was a production of 11 hl/hectare, or 160 barrels. New wood was used in this vintage. 12.5% alcohol. In the past, I have found it minty, meaty and complex. In 2007, it was fabulously layered and firing on all cylinders. Tannic and yet sweet. Intoxicating depth and with profound mystery. It is a staggeringly beautiful wine. In 2011 at the Château, a nose of undergrowth, rich leaves and coffee beans. And a fabulous taste of roasted coffee, prunes and raisins. Lovely plummy tastes. Great composition and structure. Serena Sutcliffe, MW WA 9110 bts (sc)Estimates are per lot