CHATEAU CHEVAL BLANC 1999 |

Château Cheval Blanc 1999 St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classé (A)Good levels, 2 labels very slightly stained, 1 of these also with small nick, remains of tissue stuck to 1 bottleVintage from 14 September to 28 September. A very generous 50 hl/hectare made. 13% alcohol. 61% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Franc. Very vibrant violets nose. Superb fresh plums taste. Smooth as silk. The tannins are so ripe. Mouth-melting. Black cherries finish. Maybe the best 1999 in Bordeaux and a relative bargain to boot. Serena Sutcliffe, MW WA 93 92:5 bts (cn)per lot: GBP 1,200-1,500per lot: USD 1,500-1,900per lot: EUR 1,350-1,700LYING IN GREENFORD, MIDDLESEXOffered Duty Paid onlyEstimates are per lot