Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion, France 2012 Blaufrankisch white-peach

white-peach

youthful acidity and delicate structure characterize the palate

The nose has just enough funk dancing playfully around the dark berry tones to feel unique without being polarizing

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Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion, France 2012 Blaufrankisch white-peachA great Cheval Blanc that stands up to the potential that I found during en primeur. Extremely restrained and classic in its construction, shot through with points of mint, liquorice, raspberry and eucalyptus. The fresh aromatics mean you could almost think that it is from a cool year, except for the huge density that runs through the palate, along with a creamy texture. Extremely good quality. Something that you are going to want to put away for a