Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion, France 2012 Blaufrankisch Medium to full bodied on

Medium to full bodied on the palate

candied rose and a dusty mineral element on the incisive nose

Creamy and full on the palate

It benefits from a short decant and is a brilliant Minervois that will evolve for a solid decade

Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion, France 2012 Blaufrankisch Medium to full bodied onA great Cheval Blanc that stands up to the potential that I found during en primeur. Extremely restrained and classic in its construction, shot through with points of mint, liquorice, raspberry and eucalyptus. The fresh aromatics mean you could almost think that it is from a cool year, except for the huge density that runs through the palate, along with a creamy texture. Extremely good quality. Something that you are going to want to put away for a