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Cheval Blanc 1951

750 ml Merlot, Cabernet Franc Bordeaux, France 1951

Cheval Blanc 1951 is a dry, full-bodied white from Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Saint-Émilion, France), in the rich, round whites style. Acidity is moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, charcuterie. Cheapest offer £1300.00 at Hedonism Wines.

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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.4
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
body
4 / 5
full
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
acidity
3 / 5
moderate
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
oak
3 / 5
some
Merlot + Cabernet Franc prior
Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Rich, round whites
rules-v1
Colour
White
inferred from Saint-Émilion
Origin
Saint-Émilion · Bordeaux · France
inferred from Saint-Émilion
Grapes
Merlot, Cabernet Franc
lexicon
ABV
not stated by merchant
Farming
not stated
Vegan
not stated
Critic score
none
merchant feed
Drinking window
not stated
Decant
not stated
Occasions
gift · special occasion
inferred
About Merlot
Typical aromas: plum, blackberry, black cherry, chocolate. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
knowledge base
Similar wines · by structure and price
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Cheval Blanc 2018
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2018Merlot, Cabernet FrancRich, round whites£882.00
Cheval Blanc 2019
Chateau Cheval Blanc · Bordeaux
2019Merlot, Cabernet FrancRich, round whites£712.00
Cheval Blanc 2020
Chateau Cheval Blanc · Bordeaux
2020Merlot, Cabernet FrancRich, round whites£600.00
Cheval Blanc 2008
Chateau Cheval Blanc · Bordeaux
2008Merlot, Cabernet FrancRich, round whites£575.00
Merchant's description

Cheval Blanc 1951 is a mature example from one of the most esteemed châteaux in Saint-Émilion, covering 39 hectares adjacent to Pomerol. This vintage showcases a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Cheval Blanc is recognised for its long ageing potential, with this particular vintage revealing complexities that tell the story of its origin and the meticulous care taken during its production.

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