Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Cheval Blanc
Label Name:
 
St Emilion Gcc a
Vintage:
 
1961
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Saint-Émilion (Bordeaux)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Franc, Merlot
Method:
 
Traditional right-bank vinification: hand-harvested, fermented in vats, matured in French oak barriques (very limited 1961 racking), blended from Cabernet Franc and Merlot.
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
Tasting Note:
 
Mature Saint-Émilion: dried blackcurrant, plum, cedar, truffle, tobacco and leather with graphite/mineral lift. Silky texture, refined tannins, lively acidity and an extremely long, savory finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Roast lamb, beef en croûte, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses; Asian pairings: Peking duck, char siu, braised beef short ribs, soy-mushroom dishes.
Vineyard Info:
 
Historic Premier Grand Cru Classé estate in Saint-Émilion, celebrated for its Cabernet Franc–Merlot blends and exceptional longevity. Founded 19th century; long-standing reputation for elegance and collectibility.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Widely lauded in retrospective tastings; typical critic scores 95–99/100