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Le Petit Cheval 2014
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Château Cheval Blanc
What wine lover hasn't heard of Château Cheval Blanc, one of Bordeaux's most unmissable and legendary wines? It was in 1832 that Domaine was purchased by Jean-Jacques Ducasse, president of the Libourne court, who contributed to its development.
He climbed the prestige ladder and, in 1878, won his first gold medal at the Paris Exposition Universelle. The excellence of Cheval Blanc wines would continue to be recognized the world over for decades to come.
In 1998, the estate was handed over to Bernard Arnault and Baron Albert Frère, both of whom breathed new life into Domaine, while respecting its history and heritage. Headed today by Pierre Lurton, the quest for perfect quality vintage after vintage remains the estate's credo. This is made possible in particular by the majestic winery inaugurated in 2011, which enables tailor-made vinifications to reveal the potential of each part of this illustrious terroir.
When the first edition of the Saint-Emilion classification was published in 1955, Château Cheval Blanc was immediately promoted to Premier Grand Cru Classé "A". It retained this distinction until the 2021 vintage. At the beginning of 2022, Domaine chose to withdraw from the classification, the next edition of which was due to be made official in September of the same year. Thus, from the 2022 vintage, the label of... See more ...
Critics Le Petit Cheval 2014.
Description Le Petit Cheval 2014.
With its superb, brilliant crimson color tinged with ruby highlights, the wine soon expresses a complex aromatic palette.
Intense blackcurrant and blueberry mingle with a floral dimension, with violets enhancing the whole.
On the palate, the attack is straightforward and concentrated, but quickly gives way to more roundness.
The tannins are velvety and delicate, coating flavors of fruit and dark chocolate.
Interminable, it finally blooms on persistent vanilla notes.