CHÂTEAU CHEVAL BLANC 1989
Optimal maturity: 2004 - 2045
1989 is unquestionably a great vintage for red Bordeaux and this trend is confirmed through this Château Cheval Blanc 1989. A very deep, almost brick-colored robe, a delicate, soft and silky nose. On the palate, the wine reveals a beautiful structure, still with very characteristic aromas typical of Cheval Blanc: red fruits, blackcurrant and cherries. The Cheval Blanc 1989 has reached maturity, but the wine's freshness may allow its peak to be extended.
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Château Cheval Blanc is a wine estate located in the commune of Saint-Emilion, on the border of the Pomerol appellation. The Château is a Premier Grand Cru Classé A in the official classification of Saint-Emilion classified growths. The vineyard consists of a single 37-hectare plot with several grape varieties: Cabernet Franc (49%), Merlot (47%), and Cabernet Sauvignon (4%). The estate produces the "Grand vin de Cheval Blanc" in red as well as a second wine "Le Petit Cheval" which is made in both red and white.
Cheval Blanc is one of the most consistent estates in the world, with the ability to be excellent at any age. The château's greatest vintages are 1921, 1945, the 1947 vintage, and 1949. There are also great successes in the 1950 vintage, 1953 wines, and the grand crus of 1959 and 1961. Finally, the wines from the 1990, 1998, and 2000 vintages are excellent.