Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Petit Cheval |
Label Name: | St Emilion 2nd Wine |
Vintage: | 2018 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 14.5% |
Grape(s): | Merlot 70%, Cabernet Franc 30% |
Acidity: | 3 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Selected critics: Jeb Dunnuck 93–95; James Suckling 93–94; Vinous 90–93; Decanter 92; Wine Enthusiast ~94; Jean‑Marc Quarin 95 (vintage 2018)
Tasting Note
Ripe red and black fruit (cherry, blackberry) with violet, cocoa, tobacco and licorice notes. Medium‑full body, silky yet firm tannins, bright freshness and a long mineral finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, braised beef, duck confit, mushroom risotto, aged hard cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ, miso glazed aubergine, shiitake/mushroom hot pot.
Production Method
Parcel vinification with indigenous yeasts; matured about 16 months in a mix of new and used French oak (≈50% new).
Vineyard Info
Le Petit Cheval is the second wine of Château Cheval Blanc (first produced 1988). The estate (≈39 ha) in Saint‑Émilion is renowned for Merlot/Cabernet Franc blends; long commercial reputation under owners including Bernard Arnault/LVMH.