Château Cheval-Blanc--Vintage 2006
Saint-Emilion, 1er grand cru classé (A)
In original wooden case
Tasting note: The brilliant 2006 Cheval Blanc performed better from bottle than from barrel. A blend of equal parts Cabernet Franc and Merlot grown in a superb vineyard site facing La Conseillante and l'Evangile at the very edge of the sandy, gravelly soils of St.-Emilion, it boasts a dense ruby/purple colour as well as a sweet perfume of menthol, charcoal, boysenberries, blackcurrants, and hints of cocoa and caramel. Lush, textured, and opulent with superb purity, medium to full body, savoury flavours, and sweet, sexy tannins, this stunning Cheval Blanc may be even better than the 2005. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2030. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #181 Feb 2009
3 bottles per lot
Château Cheval-Blanc--Vintage 2006
Saint-Emilion, 1er grand cru classé (A)
In original wooden case
Tasting note: The brilliant 2006 Cheval Blanc performed better from bottle than from barrel. A blend of equal parts Cabernet Franc and Merlot grown in a superb vineyard site facing La Conseillante and l'Evangile at the very edge of the sandy, gravelly soils of St.-Emilion, it boasts a dense ruby/purple colour as well as a sweet perfume of menthol, charcoal, boysenberries, blackcurrants, and hints of cocoa and caramel. Lush, textured, and opulent with superb purity, medium to full body, savoury flavours, and sweet, sexy tannins, this stunning Cheval Blanc may be even better than the 2005. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2030. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #181 Feb 2009
3 bottles per lot
