Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Cheval Blanc |
Label Name: | St Emilion Gcc a (ex Château 2023) |
Vintage: | 1971 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux (Right Bank) |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 12.5% |
Grape(s): | Cabernet Franc 60%, Merlot 40% (estimate) |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 3 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Widely praised by critics and collectors; scores reported in the 89–96 point range (examples: Int'l Wine Cellar ~93, various tasters 94–95+, Jancis Robinson highly favourable). Auction and private-collection demand noted
Tasting Note
Evolved, silky red showing red and black fruit, cedar, tobacco, leather and Asian spice. Bright acidity, melted tannins, polished texture and a very long, elegant finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, beef ribeye, game birds, mushroom risotto. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, braised beef short ribs, rich mushroom hotpot.
Production Method
Hand-harvested; traditional Bordeaux fermentation in temperature-controlled vats; matured c.18–24 months in French oak barrels (portion new).
Vineyard Info
Historic Saint-Émilion estate, long a Premier Grand Cru Classé A. Owned by Bernard Arnault/LVMH since 1998; renowned for Cabernet Franc-led blends and long aging potential.