Classic and delicate

Le Petit Cheval 2004

225.00 

Le Petit Cheval

Nestled on the outskirts of Saint-Émilion, bordering the territory of Pomerol, Château Cheval Blanc sprawls across 39 hectares, divided into forty-five parcels, each embodying a unique identity defined by specific soil, grape variety, and age of the vines. This distinctiveness shapes the complexity of Cheval Blanc’s wine. Retaining a layout nearly identical to that of 1871, Château Cheval Blanc now oversees an exceptional and unparalleled vineyard.

The cellar of Cheval Blanc, designed by Christian de Portzamparc and inaugurated in June 2011, rises like an elevation from the ground, accentuated by two waves of white concrete.

In 1954, during the inaugural classification of Saint-Émilion wines, Cheval Blanc achieved the highest distinction: the classification of Premier Grand Cru Classé “A.” This accolade has been reaffirmed every decade since, with excellence maintained from one classification to the next until 2021, when the property decided to withdraw from the classification.

The estate’s Second Wine, Petit Cheval Rouge, provides a superb introduction to the excellence of Cheval Blanc’s grand vin.

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A beautiful Petit Cheval, classic, fruity, and nuanced. The robe, a lovely dark red with a hint of mauve, suggests the vibrant youthfulness of this Petit Cheval. The nose slowly reveals itself. The good aromatic intensity blends warm notes of crushed black fruits with subtle toasty undertones. The palate entry is supple and fresh, dominated by charming fruity aromas. The structure asserts itself with nuance and delicacy, the tannins are supple and elegant, and the finish is beautifully fresh with a hint of mint. A classic, fresh, and delicate Petit Cheval with very precise fruity aromatic notes.