Cheval Blanc 1999
Cheval Blanc 1999 is a dry, very 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.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheval Blanc 2008 Chateau Cheval Blanc · Bordeaux | £649.00 | |||
| Haut Roc Blanquant Magnum 2016 Château Bélair-Monange · Bordeaux | £69.00 | |||
| Cheval Blanc 2006 Chateau Cheval Blanc · Bordeaux | £728.00 | |||
| Foxcover White Zinfandel, California | £10.90 |
The Château Cheval Blanc 1999 is a mature red wine from the Saint-Émilion appellation. A blend of 59% Merlot and 41% Cabernet Franc, it is noted for a blockbuster bouquet of menthol, leather and crème de cassis with nuances of mocha and orange peel. The palate exhibits extraordinary purity and a medium-bodied structure where the tannins have integrated into a velvety mouthfeel. While this vintage lacked the concentration of 1998 or 2000, its tertiary depth of truffle and cedar makes it highly rewarding for current drinking.