Château Cheval Blanc 1961 (11 BT)

Château Cheval Blanc 1961  

St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classé (A) 

u. 1ts, 1t/hs, 3hs, 5h/ms, 2ms, bin-soiled, scuffed, and damp-stained labels, scuffed, nicked, and corroded capsules, slight signs of seepage, wines come from 2 different importers 

The 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  

11 bts (cn) 

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