Chateau Cheval Blanc – Saint-Emilion – Bordeaux

Chateau Cheval Blanc is located on one of the finest gravel-sand terroirs of the Saint Emilion Grand Cru appellation. Coordinated with passion and discernment, the vineyards are planted with Cabernet Franc and Merlot — a perfect marriage creating incredible smoothness, deep flavours and delicate fragrances.

Pierre Lurton, the director general of the Chateau, noted that the wine is ample yet so silky that it feels like “cashmere” in the mouth. A Premier Grand Classé A, Cheval Blanc is fundamentally characterized by an inimitable freshness given by magnificent Cabernet Franc.

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Smoking Loon Pinot Noir 2013

[easyazon_infoblock align=”right” identifier=”B00OI5466M” locale=”US” localize=”y” tag=”thirs028-20″]Chile’s 2013 vintage was one of the driest and hottest on record. From north to south, heat was an unavoidable issue. These extreme conditions accelerated fruit maturation and moved harvest up three to four weeks earlier than usual. The yields were a bit larger than average, and the Pinot Noir fruit quality was very good. 2013’s concentrated grapes made for red wines with ripe fruit flavors and soft tannins, and white wines showing intense aromas and bright acidity on the palate.

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