Château Cheval Blanc

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Château Cheval Blanc - 2016 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Château Cheval Blanc

96 points - The Wine Advocate
100 points - The Wine Advocate
100 points - The Wine Advocate
100 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
97 points - The Wine Advocate
100 points - The Wine Advocate
100 points - The Wine Advocate
92 points - The Wine Advocate
92 points - The Wine Advocate
97 points - The Wine Advocate
100 points - The Wine Advocate
92 points - The Wine Advocate
93 points - The Wine Advocate
99 points - The Wine Advocate
93 points - The Wine Advocate
88 points - The Wine Advocate
98 points - The Wine Advocate
89 points - The Wine Advocate
93 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
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The blend this year is 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Cabernet Franc and 56% Merlot, possessing an unusually high percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2017 Château Cheval Blanc needs a fair bit of coaxing to reveal notions of plum preserves, redcurrant jelly, kirsch and red roses plus emerging nuances of aniseed, Sichuan pepper, pencil lead and charcoal. Medium to full-bodied, the palate offers impressive intensity with layer upon layer of red and black flavors with sparks of minerals and floral notes plus a firm line of fine-grained tannins and bold freshness to support, finishing very long and very fragrant.
Deep garnet-purple in color, the nose is incredibly youthful yet not so shy as some other 2016s at this stage, giving wonderfully intense scents of red currants, black cherries, wild blueberries and violets with nuances of star anise, cinnamon stick, rose hip tea, cigar box and wood smoke plus a touch of beef drippings. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has jaw-dropping elegance and depth, offering up layer upon layer of fragrant red and black fruits plus an extraordinary array of mineral sparks, supported by a rock-solid grainy texture, finishing with epic persistence and an edifying perfume. This is a very different style from the rich, opulently hedonic 2015, yet this wonderfully fragrant, beautifully poised and intellectually compelling 2016 is equally extraordinary.
Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2015 Cheval Blanc is still incredibly primary at this very youthful stage. With coaxing, it unfurls to reveal beguiling notions of ripe black cherries, mulberries, licorice, baking spices and smoked meats with touches of incense and potpourri plus wafts of cast iron pan and crushed rocks. Full-bodied, very rich, very firm/taut and with very ripe, fine-grained tannins, it allows a glimpse at its incredible depth of flavors with a very long multi-layered finish. Wow.
Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2015 Cheval Blanc is still incredibly primary at this very youthful stage. With coaxing, it unfurls to reveal beguiling notions of ripe black cherries, mulberries, licorice, baking spices and smoked meats with touches of incense and potpourri plus wafts of cast iron pan and crushed rocks. Full-bodied, very rich, very firm/taut and with very ripe, fine-grained tannins, it allows a glimpse at its incredible depth of flavors with a very long multi-layered finish. Wow.
Medium garnet colored, the 2014 Cheval Blanc is still looking very youthful and wearing a bit of puppy fat, sporting gregarious red and black cherries notes with hints of oolong tea, wilted roses and dusty soil. Medium-bodied with firm, chewy tannins and plenty of freshness supporting the lively fruit, it finishes on a lingering perfumed note.

Château Cheval Blanc is a renowned winery located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate has a long and rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was owned by the Ducasse family. In 1832, the property was purchased by Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, who expanded the vineyards and modernized the winemaking facilities. In 1998, the estate was acquired by Bernard Arnault and Baron Albert Frère, who have continued to invest in the property and maintain its reputation as one of the finest producers in Bordeaux.

The vineyards of Château Cheval Blanc are planted with a mix of grape varieties, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery is known for its unique blend of these grapes, which produces a wine that is both powerful and elegant. The wine is aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months, which adds complexity and depth to the final product.

Château Cheval Blanc produces several different wines, including its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc, which is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. This wine is known for its rich, complex flavors and aromas of black fruit, spice, and tobacco. It is a full-bodied wine with firm tannins and a long, lingering finish.

In addition to its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc also produces a second wine, called Le Petit Cheval. This wine is made from younger vines and is aged for a shorter period of time than the flagship wine. It is a more approachable wine that is meant to be enjoyed in its youth.

Overall, Château Cheval Blanc is a producer that is known for its commitment to quality and its ability to produce wines that are both powerful and elegant. Its wines are highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts around the world, and they are sure to continue to be a fixture in the world of fine wine for many years to come.

Medium to deep garnet colored, the 2012 Cheval Blanc reveals lovely cassis, warm black cherries and redcurrant jelly notions with underlying hints of cedar chest, garrigue, Indian spices and damp soil. Medium to full-bodied, it possesses wonderful energy and freshness on the palate with a beautifully poised ethereal nature and long mineral-tinged finish. This elegantly crafted beauty should enter its drinking window in a couple of years and cellar gracefully for another 20+ years.
An underrated vintage, the 2011 Cheval Blanc is evolving brilliantly. Wafting from the glass with aromas of smoky cassis, blackberries, loamy soil, tobacco leaf, bitter chocolate, mint and violets, it's full-bodied, velvety and multidimensional, with a layered core of fruit, rich and powdery structuring tannin and a long, resonant finish. While the 2009 and 2010 are more powerful and unctuous, readers who prize Cheval Blanc for its extraordinary complexity and unique perfume might well prefer the 2011, as it is a wine that could come from nowhere else.
Deep garnet in color and made of 54% Cabernet Franc and 46% Merlot, the nose of the 2010 Cheval Blanc is a bit subdued to begin, measuredly opening out to reveal achingly provocative notions of molten chocolate, preserved Morello cherries, baked blackberries, boysenberries and blueberry compote with wafts of underbrush, cigar box, cumin seed and sandalwood. Full-bodied, the palate is a full-on atomic bomb waiting to go off, with very tightly coiled, slowly maturing black fruits eking out glimpses of a vast array of nuances. Still very youthful, it finishes with an incredibly persistent, jaw-dropping display of earth and mineral fireworks.
Deep garnet colored, the 2009 Cheval Blanc offers up profound notions of baked blueberries, blackberry compote and crème de cassis with suggestions of chocolate mint, new leather and cloves plus a waft of candied violets. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is an exercise in elegance with very classy, super fine-grained tannins, beautiful freshness and layer upon layer of mineral-laced blue and black fruits, finishing long and perfumed.

Château Cheval Blanc is a renowned winery located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate has a long and rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was owned by the Ducasse family. In 1832, the property was purchased by Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, who expanded the vineyards and modernized the winemaking facilities. In 1998, the estate was acquired by Bernard Arnault and Baron Albert Frère, who have continued to invest in the property and maintain its reputation as one of the finest producers in Bordeaux.

The vineyards of Château Cheval Blanc are planted with a mix of grape varieties, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery is known for its unique blend of these grapes, which produces a wine that is both powerful and elegant. The wine is aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months, which adds complexity and depth to the final product.

Château Cheval Blanc produces several different wines, including its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc, which is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. This wine is known for its rich, complex flavors and aromas of black fruit, spice, and tobacco. It is a full-bodied wine with firm tannins and a long, lingering finish.

In addition to its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc also produces a second wine, called Le Petit Cheval. This wine is made from younger vines and is aged for a shorter period of time than the flagship wine. It is a more approachable wine that is meant to be enjoyed in its youth.

Overall, Château Cheval Blanc is a producer that is known for its commitment to quality and its ability to produce wines that are both powerful and elegant. Its wines are highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts around the world, and they are sure to continue to be a fixture in the world of fine wine for many years to come.

The 2007 Cheval Blanc has a refined bouquet with scents of red berry fruit, leather, iron filing and orange rind, perhaps a little more advanced than some of its Saint Emilion peers, but still attractive. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin on the entry. This is a "stocky" Cheval Blanc, with the Cabernet Franc component really forming the backbone to this wine, imparting bell pepper and spice box notes towards the grippy finish. I think it might have peaked a couple of years ago, so drink now and over the next 15 years.
The 2007 Cheval Blanc has a refined bouquet with scents of red berry fruit, leather, iron filing and orange rind, perhaps a little more advanced than some of its Saint Emilion peers, but still attractive. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin on the entry. This is a "stocky" Cheval Blanc, with the Cabernet Franc component really forming the backbone to this wine, imparting bell pepper and spice box notes towards the grippy finish. I think it might have peaked a couple of years ago, so drink now and over the next 15 years.
The 2006 Château Cheval Blanc is a blend of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Franc. It has the most floral bouquet of the four Serié A Grand Cru Classé: an explosion of crushed violets and potpourri, hints of leather and cigar box, the Cabernet Franc clearly lending this complexity and character. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin. It feels wonderfully structured and comes with an insistent grip that coats the mouth. This is backward and almost surly, but you have to stand back and admire the precision and arching structure on the mineral-rich finish. Top-dog Saint Emilion? That's for sure.

Château Cheval Blanc is a renowned winery located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate has a long and rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was owned by the Ducasse family. In 1832, the property was purchased by Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, who expanded the vineyards and modernized the winemaking facilities. In 1998, the estate was acquired by Bernard Arnault and Baron Albert Frère, who have continued to invest in the property and maintain its reputation as one of the finest producers in Bordeaux.

The vineyards of Château Cheval Blanc are planted with a mix of grape varieties, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery is known for its unique blend of these grapes, which produces a wine that is both powerful and elegant. The wine is aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months, which adds complexity and depth to the final product.

Château Cheval Blanc produces several different wines, including its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc, which is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. This wine is known for its rich, complex flavors and aromas of black fruit, spice, and tobacco. It is a full-bodied wine with firm tannins and a long, lingering finish.

In addition to its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc also produces a second wine, called Le Petit Cheval. This wine is made from younger vines and is aged for a shorter period of time than the flagship wine. It is a more approachable wine that is meant to be enjoyed in its youth.

Overall, Château Cheval Blanc is a producer that is known for its commitment to quality and its ability to produce wines that are both powerful and elegant. Its wines are highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts around the world, and they are sure to continue to be a fixture in the world of fine wine for many years to come.

he 2005 from Cheval Blanc is a quintessentially elegant, beautiful, deep bluish/ruby-colored wine from St.-Emilion, with raspberry, blueberry, and floral notes, impressive density, great precision, freshness and purity. Full-bodied, but extremely light on its feet, I don’t mean to gush, but it is super-intense, rich and just so meticulously crafted! This is another fabulous wine and a perfect expression for this vintage. It is difficult to forget the gorgeous blueberry and raspberry fruit, full body, sweet tannin, a multi-layered texture, and purity and palate presence of this stunning wine.
The 2004 Cheval Blanc has always been a wine that I felt needed patience on behalf of the wine lover, and so it is proving to be the case. Served blind I remarked upon a surprisingly Burgundy-like bouquet with ample red cherries, candied strawberry and redcurrant scents, the Merlot clearly more conspicuous than the Cabernet Franc, at least for now. The palate is medium-bodied with just a touch of coarseness on the entry. I appreciate the weight and balance here and belatedly the Cabernet Franc begins to express itself on the latter half, lending structure and grip, a dash of spice and a bit of sinew. Whilst it will never have the persistence of other vintages and regrettably continue to be dwarfed by the 2005, it remains a very fine Cheval Blanc from Pierre Lurton and his team.

Château Cheval Blanc is a renowned winery located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate has a long and rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was owned by the Ducasse family. In 1832, the property was purchased by Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, who expanded the vineyards and modernized the winemaking facilities. In 1998, the estate was acquired by Bernard Arnault and Baron Albert Frère, who have continued to invest in the property and maintain its reputation as one of the finest producers in Bordeaux.

The vineyards of Château Cheval Blanc are planted with a mix of grape varieties, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery is known for its unique blend of these grapes, which produces a wine that is both powerful and elegant. The wine is aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months, which adds complexity and depth to the final product.

Château Cheval Blanc produces several different wines, including its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc, which is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. This wine is known for its rich, complex flavors and aromas of black fruit, spice, and tobacco. It is a full-bodied wine with firm tannins and a long, lingering finish.

In addition to its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc also produces a second wine, called Le Petit Cheval. This wine is made from younger vines and is aged for a shorter period of time than the flagship wine. It is a more approachable wine that is meant to be enjoyed in its youth.

Overall, Château Cheval Blanc is a producer that is known for its commitment to quality and its ability to produce wines that are both powerful and elegant. Its wines are highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts around the world, and they are sure to continue to be a fixture in the world of fine wine for many years to come.

Its deep ruby/purple colour was accompanied by sweet aromas of cranberries, black currants, menthol, Asian spices, and underbrush. This seductive blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc reveals a lush sweetness, medium body, and ripe, well-integrated tannin. A racy effort filled with personality.
Coming out of a relatively dormant state, this 2000 is a spectacular Cheval Blanc. Of recent vintages, I think only the 2009 can give it a run for its money. A blend of 53% Merlot and 47% Cabernet Franc, the wine has a sweet nose of menthol, melted licorice, boysenberry, blueberry, and cassis. A broad wine with compelling purity, a layered texture, and sweet tannin, with hints of coffee and earth in the background, this is by far the best Cheval Blanc since 1990 and before 2009. It is a legend in the making and can actually be drunk now, as the tannins have nearly melted away. This is a beauty with incredibly complex aromatics.
The complex, explosively fragrant 1999 Cheval Blanc is a blend of 59% Merlot and 41% Cabernet Franc. It is already showing well, which is a good sign for a wine that traditionally is reserved early in life, but puts on weight and richness in the bottle. Stylistically, this wine is probably cut from the same mold as vintages such as 1985, 1966, and 1962. The color is a dense ruby with purple nuances. Once past the blockbuster bouquet of menthol, leather, black fruits, licorice, and mocha, the wine reveals medium body, extraordinary elegance, purity, and sweet, harmonious flavors with no hard edges. This is a seamless beauty of finesse, charm, and concentration. The 1999 is an exciting Cheval Blanc to drink relatively young.
Tasted at the château, the 1996 Cheval Blanc was a majority of Cabernet Franc although the exact blend is not known. Firstly, the color is a healthy garnet with a mahogany rim. The bouquet has good intensity although it is certainly not a complex set of aromas: dusky black fruit, game, clove and a faint touch of hickory. The palate is quite sharp on the entry with noticeable acidity. My main criticism is a lack of cohesion and a lack of Merlot to bind everything together and lend fleshiness. It seems to be rather monochromatic, a Cheval Blanc with a single note, the finish conservative with a touch of black pepper and cooked meat, but a little frayed around the edges.

Château Cheval Blanc is a renowned winery located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate has a long and rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was owned by the Ducasse family. In 1832, the property was purchased by Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, who expanded the vineyards and modernized the winemaking facilities. In 1998, the estate was acquired by Bernard Arnault and Baron Albert Frère, who have continued to invest in the property and maintain its reputation as one of the finest producers in Bordeaux.

The vineyards of Château Cheval Blanc are planted with a mix of grape varieties, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery is known for its unique blend of these grapes, which produces a wine that is both powerful and elegant. The wine is aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months, which adds complexity and depth to the final product.

Château Cheval Blanc produces several different wines, including its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc, which is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. This wine is known for its rich, complex flavors and aromas of black fruit, spice, and tobacco. It is a full-bodied wine with firm tannins and a long, lingering finish.

In addition to its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc also produces a second wine, called Le Petit Cheval. This wine is made from younger vines and is aged for a shorter period of time than the flagship wine. It is a more approachable wine that is meant to be enjoyed in its youth.

Overall, Château Cheval Blanc is a producer that is known for its commitment to quality and its ability to produce wines that are both powerful and elegant. Its wines are highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts around the world, and they are sure to continue to be a fixture in the world of fine wine for many years to come.

This is unequivocally a brilliant wine. The nose holds nothing back, a line of senses all doing the conga towards your olfactory senses: macerated dark cherries, exotic kirsch-like aromas, leather, mahogany bureau, touches of crème de cassis and herbs all vie for attention. The palate is full-bodied and cloaked in a silky, velvety texture that leaves you a little ga-ga. There is so much fruit ram-packed into the bravura of a finish. Moreover, there's just so much joie-de-vivre and decadence in this wine, but it never seems overpowering or ostentatious.
Somewhat of a disappointment in a sometimes great yet variable vintage, the color a dark ruby with amber at the edge, this wine shows sweet plum, fig, and currant notes, along with some herbs and earth. In the mouth, it is surprisingly lightweight for a wine from a superior year, medium-bodied, relatively lush, but an essentially one-dimensional wine with a spicy, surprisingly short finish. Drink it over the next 10-15 years.
The aromatics here are far more cohesive and complex, very delineated with expressive Cabernet Franc, hints of cooked meat, cranberry, juniper berries and wilted rose petals - just gorgeous. The palate is beautifully balanced with slightly furry tannin that is offset by a superb seam of acidity. It is nicely structured but not overbearing, leather and truffle filtering through the black fruit and while there is a little austerity on the finish, it is purely complementary. Though 1986 is not known as a Right Bank vintage, the 1986 Cheval Blanc pulled victory out of the bag and at 30 years, it continues to give immense pleasure.
Medium garnet-brick colored, the 1985 Cheval Blanc sashays out of the glass with provocative notes of sandalwood, cinnamon stick, cardamom, dried lavender and wilted roses over a core of new leather, cigar box, prunes, raisin cake and dusty soil. Medium-bodied, soft and silken textured, it has tons of mature, melt-in-your-mouth flavors and a very long exotic spice-laced finish.

Château Cheval Blanc is a renowned winery located in the Saint-Émilion appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate has a long and rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was owned by the Ducasse family. In 1832, the property was purchased by Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, who expanded the vineyards and modernized the winemaking facilities. In 1998, the estate was acquired by Bernard Arnault and Baron Albert Frère, who have continued to invest in the property and maintain its reputation as one of the finest producers in Bordeaux.

The vineyards of Château Cheval Blanc are planted with a mix of grape varieties, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The winery is known for its unique blend of these grapes, which produces a wine that is both powerful and elegant. The wine is aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months, which adds complexity and depth to the final product.

Château Cheval Blanc produces several different wines, including its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc, which is a blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. This wine is known for its rich, complex flavors and aromas of black fruit, spice, and tobacco. It is a full-bodied wine with firm tannins and a long, lingering finish.

In addition to its flagship wine, Château Cheval Blanc also produces a second wine, called Le Petit Cheval. This wine is made from younger vines and is aged for a shorter period of time than the flagship wine. It is a more approachable wine that is meant to be enjoyed in its youth.

Overall, Château Cheval Blanc is a producer that is known for its commitment to quality and its ability to produce wines that are both powerful and elegant. Its wines are highly sought after by collectors and wine enthusiasts around the world, and they are sure to continue to be a fixture in the world of fine wine for many years to come.

Type :
Rouge
Pays :
France
Région :
Bordeaux
Appellation :
Saint-Emilion
Producteur :
Château Cheval Blanc
Raisins/mélange :
Cabernet franc, Merlot
Température de service :
16° - 18° C
ABV :
14%
Suggestion d'association :
Beef, Lamb, Game Birds, Duck, Mushrooms, Hard Cheeses, Aged Cheeses

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Cheval Blanc produces the most famous Cabernet Franc wine in the world and is without a doubt the leading estate in St Emilion. Vines have been grown here...

Cheval Blanc produces the most famous Cabernet Franc wine in the world and is without a doubt the leading estate in St Emilion. Vines have been grown here since the 15th century but the most prestigious part of Cheval Blanc's history can be said to date from 1832, when Jean-Jacques Ducasse, President of the Libourne Trade Tribunal, purchased the core of the present-day estate. Over the next twenty years, the purchase of plots belonging to Château Figeac led to the creation of the 39 hectare vineyard as we know it today.

The marriage of Jean-Jacques' daughter, Henriette, with Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, a Libourne wine merchant, opened a new chapter in the history of Cheval Blanc that would define and consolidate the identity of this unique property. Her husband, aware of Cheval Blanc's outstanding potential and helped by an extraordinary intuition, replanted part of the estate in the 1860s with a totally atypical proportion of grape varieties: half Merlot (the king of the Right Bank) and half Cabernet Franc.

Formerly known as vin de Figeac, the wine was first sold under the name Cheval Blanc in 1852 and so began a prestigious career. By the 1880s Cheval Blanc was considered to be on a par with the first growths of the Médoc and in 1954 was one of only four estates that was given the highest possible distinction in the first classification of St Emilion: Premier Grand Cru Classé “A”.

In 1998 Bernard Arnault (owner of LVMH) and Baron Albert Frère purchased Cheval Blanc. They asked Pierre Lurton to manage the property for them. Cheval Blanc is turned resolutely towards the future. An impressive new cellar was completed In 2011 which is both futuristic and in keeping with the surrounding historic landscape listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today Pierre Lurton now manages their other estates, Chateau d’Yquem, Chateau La Tour du Pin and Quinault l’Enclos.

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Bordeaux, dans le sud-ouest de la France, est l'une des régions viticoles les plus célèbres, les plus prestigieuses et les plus prolifiques du monde. La majorité des vins de Bordeaux (près de 90...
Bordeaux, dans le sud-ouest de la France, est l'une des régions viticoles les plus célèbres, les plus prestigieuses et les plus prolifiques du monde. La majorité des vins de Bordeaux (près de 90 % du volume de production) sont des vins rouges secs, mi-corsés et corsés qui ont fait la réputation de la région.

Les vins les plus fins (et les plus chers) sont ceux des grands châteaux du Haut-Médoc et des appellations de la rive droite, Saint-Émilion et Pomerol. Les premiers sont axés (au plus haut niveau) sur le cabernet sauvignon, les seconds sur le merlot.

Les rouges légendaires sont complétés par des vins blancs de grande qualité à base de sémillon et de sauvignon blanc. Ces vins vont des blancs secs, qui rivalisent avec les meilleurs vins de la région de Bourgogne (Pessac-Léognan est particulièrement réputé), aux nectars sucrés et botrytisés de Sauternes.
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Saint-Emilion

Saint-Émilion est une appellation viticole située dans la région de Bordeaux en France. Elle est connue pour produire certains des meilleurs vins rouges du monde, avec une...

Saint-Émilion est une appellation viticole située dans la région de Bordeaux, en France. Elle est connue pour produire certains des meilleurs vins rouges du monde, et son histoire remonte à l'époque romaine.

Le style de production de Saint-Émilion est fortement influencé par le terroir unique de la région, caractérisé par des sols calcaires et argileux. Les cépages cultivés ici sont principalement le merlot, le cabernet franc et le cabernet sauvignon, avec un peu de malbec et de petit verdot en plus petites quantités.

Les vins produits à Saint-Émilion sont généralement corsés et complexes, avec de riches saveurs de fruits et une finale longue et douce. Ils sont souvent décrits comme ayant une texture veloutée, avec des notes de mûre, de prune et de cerise, ainsi que des soupçons d'épices et de chêne.

L'une des caractéristiques les plus remarquables des vins de Saint-Émilion est leur potentiel de vieillissement. Bon nombre des meilleurs vins de cette appellation peuvent être conservés pendant des décennies, développant ainsi une complexité et une profondeur accrues au fil du temps.

L'histoire de la viticulture à Saint-Émilion remonte au VIIIe siècle, lorsqu'un moine nommé Emilion s'est installé dans la région et a commencé à produire du vin. Au fil des siècles, la réputation de la région pour ses vins de qualité s'est accrue et, en 1955, Saint-Émilion a été officiellement reconnu comme appellation d'origine contrôlée (AOC).

Aujourd'hui, Saint-Émilion compte plus de 1 000 producteurs de vin, allant de petits domaines familiaux à de grandes exploitations commerciales. Nombre d'entre eux s'engagent dans des pratiques d'agriculture durable et biologique, afin de préserver le terroir unique de la région pour les générations futures.

Dans l'ensemble, Saint-Émilion est une appellation viticole vraiment exceptionnelle, qui produit certains des meilleurs vins rouges du monde. Que vous soyez un connaisseur chevronné ou un amateur occasionnel, une bouteille de Saint-Émilion ne manquera pas de vous impressionner.

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