1949 Château Cheval Blanc
Community Tasting Note
englishman's claret wrote:
98 Points
Saturday, December 30, 2017 - Sometimes I'm underwhelmed by youngish Cheval but wines like this remind you what the point is. And what a point it makes; an absolutely ravishing, enthralling nose that takes a full 45-60 minutes in the decanter to unwind and expand fully. Starts off very oxblood and rust-dominated, but eventually makes the transition into a plummy fruit profile with a dazzling array of Cheval spices and truffles added to the oxblood base. Subtle top-notes of violet, ganache, mint, and cedar complete this. Still rather hard on the palate, but it is a wine of another era. Long, spicy finish. Just grand. Perfect with beef and Perigord truffles. I could drink this every night. 97-98
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Comment posted by bestdamncab:
12/30/2017 8:26:00 PM - What a great note about a great wine. I was fortunate enough to visit Chateau Cheval Blanc twice. thank you for sharing.
Comment posted by englishman's claret:
12/30/2017 9:32:00 PM - Bestdamncab, thank you so much for your kind words. It's easy to write about a great wine, isn't it? They provide the substance - I just try to avoid messing it up too stunningly! I have visited Bordeaux but unfortunately couldn't get to Cheval Blanc; I'm going back in June and it's a priority this time!
Happy New Year to you.
Comment posted by bestdamncab:
12/31/2017 5:34:00 PM - Paul Pontallier hosted us at Chateau Margaux twice. Great winemaker and gracious personality. Beautiful Chateau.