Petit Cheval St Emilion 2nd Wine 2018

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Petit Cheval
Label Name:
 
St Emilion 2nd Wine
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Merlot 70%, Cabernet Franc 30%
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Selected critics: Jeb Dunnuck 93–95; James Suckling 93–94; Vinous 90–93; Decanter 92; Wine Enthusiast ~94; Jean‑Marc Quarin 95 (vintage 2018)

Tasting Note
Ripe red and black fruit (cherry, blackberry) with violet, cocoa, tobacco and licorice notes. Medium‑full body, silky yet firm tannins, bright freshness and a long mineral finish.

Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, braised beef, duck confit, mushroom risotto, aged hard cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ, miso glazed aubergine, shiitake/mushroom hot pot.

Production Method
Parcel vinification with indigenous yeasts; matured about 16 months in a mix of new and used French oak (≈50% new).

Vineyard Info
Le Petit Cheval is the second wine of Château Cheval Blanc (first produced 1988). The estate (≈39 ha) in Saint‑Émilion is renowned for Merlot/Cabernet Franc blends; long commercial reputation under owners including Bernard Arnault/LVMH.