Château Cheval Blanc 1996 (6 BT)

Château Cheval Blanc 1996

St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classé (A)

Levels bn or into the neck, slightly bin-soiled labels, 1 marked label, 1 slightly torn label, slightly scuffed capsules

56% Cabernet Franc, 44% Merlot. In 2019, the lovely Cabernet Franc aromatics are very evident on the nose, immediately Cheval Blanc with its touch of Russian leather. Great freshness and fruit on the palate, with the stamp of class. It slipped down with infinite ease, its underlying richness perfect with grouse. Again, in magnum and with lamb this time, the structure and body indicate very satisfying longevity in the years to come. Serena Sutcliffe, MW

WA 90

6 bts (sc)