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Friday, November 3, 2023 - The second ever Cheval Blanc shared by SKT for my hungry palate, in this year alone.. thanks brother, and happy belated birthday!

Blend: Cab Franc 57%, Merlot 39%, Malbec 3%, Cab 1%
Preparation: Bottle breathed, 2 hours.
Appearance: Dark garnet.

Nose: New oak forward, with rounded vanilla.
Palate: Cab Sauv dominant, but the fruit did not all show. Seems to be slightly tight.
Mid-palate: I loved the mineral levels, which were really high and complex.

Mouthfeel: Medium-full bodied.
Tannins: Some firmness but yet very fine, with sweetness developing.
Acidity: Medium and savoury.
Finish: Medium-long, with hints of soy. Is that some green developing too?

All of us were in awe when SKT unveiled that he had brought yet another Cheval Blanc to share with us all. Whilst SKT was somewhat dissapointed that this did not show its best, his logic and selection was clear.. 2011 was the vintage of Cab Franc, and he wanted to spoil us all!

This could be my lowest scored Cheval Blanc ever, and I am not quite sure if it is in a sleepy period now (Wait another 5 years?) or perhaps it just required more severe decanting time.

Looking back at my tasting notes, I have so far had the privilege of tasting Cheval Blancs from the 1982, 1989, as well as 2001 vintages. I guess even Miles from Sideways would have been proud.

Tang Room, Damansara, Malaysia
3 Nov 2023

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