Chateau Cheval Blanc 1996

Château Cheval Blanc 1996 – Premier Grand Cru Classé A

Name: Château Cheval Blanc
Vintage: 1996
Region: Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France
Grape Variety: 58% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol Content: Approx. 13%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Rating: Robert Parker (RP) 95 | Wine Spectator (WS) 94 | James Suckling (JS) 96

Tasting Notes

The Château Cheval Blanc 1996 is a stunning vintage, displaying a deep garnet color with a slight brick hue on the rim, reflecting its beautiful maturation.

On the nose, it opens with an expressive bouquet of ripe red and black fruits, truffle, cedar, and dried flowers, enhanced by notes of graphite, tobacco, and a touch of exotic spice. The aromatic complexity is refined and elegant, showcasing the perfect harmony of Merlot’s opulence and Cabernet Franc’s structure.

The palate is silky, vibrant, and incredibly balanced, with fine-grained tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, seamless finish. Layers of black cherries, plums, mocha, and earthy nuances unfold gracefully, delivering a classic Cheval Blanc experience. This wine is fully mature yet continues to evolve beautifully, with at least another 15-20 years of aging potential.

Vintage Highlights

The 1996 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by a long and warm growing season, resulting in perfectly ripened Cabernet Franc and Merlot grapes. This year produced structured, complex, and age-worthy wines, making the Cheval Blanc 1996 an outstanding representation of Saint-Émilion’s terroir.

✔ A refined and age-worthy Premier Grand Cru Classé A
✔ Silky tannins and well-integrated acidity for exceptional balance
✔ A vintage that highlights Château Cheval Blanc’s precision and finesse
✔ Limited availability—highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs

Why It’s Special

The Château Cheval Blanc 1996 is a timeless Bordeaux masterpiece, blending Cabernet Franc’s structure with Merlot’s richness in a way that defines the estate’s signature style. This vintage is an exceptional acquisition for collectors and wine lovers, offering a mature yet vibrant expression of one of Bordeaux’s most iconic estates.

Storage & Serving

• Store in a temperature-controlled environment with stable humidity.
• Ideal serving temperature: 16-18°C (60-65°F).
• Decant for 1 to 2 hours before serving to fully unlock its complexity.

Availability

The Château Cheval Blanc 1996 is available in extremely limited quantities, reflecting its prestige and rarity. We ensure real-time inventory updates, so all listed wines are ready for immediate shipment, ensuring a seamless and secure purchasing experience.

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