Château Cheval Blanc 2008
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TASTING NOTES:
PERFECTLY POLISHED
An intense red.
Black fruit and redcurrant develop into aromas of spring flowers and fresh mint – a remarkable characteristic of this vintage.
Full-bodied and concentrated, this wine is powerful yet smooth. Finding a balance between concentration and freshness, the finish is elegant, with melty tannins. By Pierre Lurton,
Estate Director, Château Cheval Blanc
HOW TO ENJOY:
Château Cheval Blanc 2008
- Service temperature - 14-16°C
- When to drink - Drink now through 2040+
- Alcohol by volume - 13.5 % Vol.
- Storage advice - Store horizontally in a cool (10-15°C), dark place away from vibrations
- Health warning - Contains sulphites
- Closure - Cork
- Dosage - Dry
BLEND AND ORIGIN:
Château Cheval Blanc 2008
Following a wet spring and lacklustre summer, dry weather in September and October helped to salvage the crop.
The harvest was spread out, and those in the vineyards stopped on several occasions to ensure each plot was only picked when the grapes had reached optimum ripeness.
This blend of 55% merlot and 45% cabernet franc was aged in 100% new oak for 16-17 months.
Expert reviews
The 2008 Cheval Blanc (55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Franc) is a winner from this underrated, classic vintage. Notes of forest floor, Asian plum sauce, black currants, sweet cherries and spice are followed by a medium to full-bodied wine with deep fruit, admirable purity, and a long, textured finish. There is not a hard edge to this wine, and in all likelihood, it can be drunk now or cellared for two decades..
WINE ADVOCATE
93/100
