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)
Method:
 
Hand-harvested; traditional Bordeaux fermentation in temperature-controlled vats; matured c.18–24 months in French oak barrels (portion new).
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
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.
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.
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