Cheval Blanc 1er Grand Cru Classé A Saint-Emilion, 2016

Cheval Blanc 2016 is one of Saint-Émilion’s most iconic wines, coming from a historic estate long admired for its finesse, depth and unmistakable style. As a Premier Grand Cru Classé A, it represents the very top tier of the appellation, combining Cabernet Franc-driven perfume with the richness and texture that have made Cheval Blanc legendary.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it typically shows a deep, polished ruby colour with remarkable clarity and intensity. The nose is often complex and layered, offering dark berries, plum, violet, cedar, graphite and subtle spice, with a refined floral lift that is especially characteristic of the estate. On the palate, Cheval Blanc 2016 is known for its balance of concentration and elegance, with silky tannins, vibrant freshness and a long, persistent finish. The wine is built for long aging and will continue to develop greater nuance, savoury complexity and tertiary notes over many years, with outstanding cellaring potential.

Production
Cheval Blanc’s vineyards sit on one of Saint-Émilion’s most distinctive terroirs, where gravel, sand and clay soils create ideal conditions for ripe yet precise Bordeaux wines. The estate is known for meticulous parcel selection and careful harvesting at optimal ripeness, followed by precise vinification designed to preserve aromatic purity, texture and structure.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with fine cuts of beef, lamb, duck breast, game birds and dishes with truffle or wild mushroom accents. Serve at 16–18°C, and if opening young, decant for at least 1–2 hours to allow the wine to fully раскрыться and soften its structure.

Producer
Cheval Blanc is among the most celebrated estates in Bordeaux and a reference point for Saint-Émilion. Its reputation is built on centuries of winemaking heritage, exceptional vineyard management and a commitment to producing wines of remarkable elegance and longevity, with numerous critical accolades reinforcing its status as one of the great names of the Right Bank.

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