Château Cheval Blanc 1989 (3 DM)

Château Cheval Blanc 1989

St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classé (A)

1 dm - Level into the neck, bin-soiled, damp-stained and wrinkled label, scuffed capsule, slightly sunken cork, 1 dm - Level into the neck, slightly bin-soiled label, slight signs of seepage, 1 dm - Level into the neck, slightly wrinkled label, scuffed capsule, slight signs of old seepage

The earliest vintage of the century at Cheval Blanc and there were days when the temperature went over 40 degrees Celsius. Close to 50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Franc, which is unusual here. A very generous 47 hl/hectare made. In 2021, this was absolutely sensational, immensely exciting, spicy and exotic on the nose, promising everything - and then magnificently delivering on the palate! Rich and sumptuous, with flawless fruit, concentration (and with that yield!) and endless length. Every mouthful reveals a mosaic of aromatics, glossy texture and far-reaching flavours. It is poised at perfection, which is where I think it will stay. A landmark Claret of my life. Serena Sutcliffe, MW

3 d.mag - 3 litres (3 cn)

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