Le Petit Cheval Blanc 2018 Bordeaux White
For more than 10 years, Château Cheval Blanc has challenged itself to produce a great white wine on this small vineyard of 6.6 hectares nested within the parcel of the 1er Grand Cru Classé. A true white version of Cheval Blanc's identity, this wine is a blend of some 13 different plots on sandy and clayey soils, where the 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Semillon grapes flourish perfectly.
Yields: 37.7 hL/ha
Breeding duration: 18 months
Bottling date: May 18, 2020
Production: 24,122 bottles and 634 magnums
TASTING
The color is clear, limpid, brilliant, of a beautiful yellow-green. The first nose is discreet, dominated by citrus fruits (lemon, grapefruit). When aired, floral notes take over (lime blossom, lilac, white flowers). The arrival of Semillon in the blend opens a new aromatic register, made of white flesh fruits (peach, pear), and a delicate note of acacia honey and beeswax. The woody, remarkably discreet, brings a mineral and smoky touch. The fresh and precise attack continues in the middle of the mouth with an impressive amplitude and volume. The balance between fat and acidity brings a great depth in the mouth, and the long finish is slightly enhanced by a nice salivating bitterness.
Data sheet
- Designation
- Bordeaux Blanc
- Color
- White
- Acceptance
- 74 % Sauvignon Blanc, 26 % Sémillon
- Alcohol level
- 14°5
Vinous / Antonio Galloni - Noté 92/100
James Suckling - Noté 98/100
Vinous / Neal Martin - Noté 90/100
Jeff Leve - Noté 95/100
Wine Advocate / Lisa Perrotti - Noté 95/100
