Château Cheval Blanc 1989 (1 BT)

Château Cheval Blanc 1989 

St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classé (A)

u. bn, label slightly soiled; Etiquette légèrement sale

The earliest vintage of the century at Cheval Blanc and there were days when the temperature went over 40 degrees Celsius. Close to 50% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Franc, which is unusual here. A very generous 47 hl/hectare made. In 2021, this was absolutely sensational, immensely exciting, spicy and exotic on the nose, promising everything - and then magnificently delivering on the palate! Rich and sumptuous, with flawless fruit, concentration (and with that yield!) and endless length. Every mouthful reveals a mosaic of aromatics, glossy texture and far-reaching flavours. It is poised at perfection, which is where I think it will stay. A landmark Claret of my life. Serena Sutcliffe, MW

1 bt (cn)

From Bordeaux and Burgundy via the Rhône region with some “LA-LA-LA” wines, a brilliant collection of mature and young wines amassed from the past 3 decades by a great connoisseur with excellent taste and stored under temperature control. Highlights includes a selection of Petrus by the bottle and an array of Roumier.

LYING AT HILLEBRAND BEAUNE, Offered Duty Paid