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Product Details
This elegant and powerful Bordeaux blend captures the character of the perfect 2005 vintage, when the cabernet franc and merlot were especially concentrated. It is fresh, rich and perfectly balanced. Classified a Premier Grand Cru Classé A maison since 1954, the peerless Château Cheval Blanc crafts wines known for their finesse and complexity. The 2005 is no exception. -
How to enjoy
- Service temperature - 14-16°C
- When to drink - Drink now through 2040+
- Storage advice - Store horizontally in a cool (10-15°C), dark place away from vibrations
- Closure - Cork
- Health warning - Contains sulphites
- Alcohol by volume - 14.0%
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Blend and Origin
2005 Château Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emiliion
The 2005 vintage is widely regarded as outstanding in the Bordeaux region. Featuring the driest weather on record, 2005 produced superb merlot and cabernet franc grapes with unprecedented levels of sugar concentration – without becoming over-ripe. This blend, 49% cabernet franc and 51% merlot, was aged in new oak barrels for 16-17 months.
Additional delivery charges may apply. This product can only be purchased by persons over 18 years of age.
Food pairing:
Elegant red meat dishes are a classic match
Main
A prime cut of beef, filet mignon or veal chop will pair perfectly with this powerful wine. Serve a truffled potato purée alongside.
Dessert
A creamy cake or mousse made with dark chocolate is a lovely complement.