{"product_id":"chateau-cheval-blanc-2016-saint-emilion-grand-cru","title":"Chateau Cheval Blanc 2016 Saint-Emilion Grand Cru","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"539\" data-start=\"28\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"114\" data-start=\"32\"\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc 2016 Saint-Émilion Grand Cru (Premier Grand Cru Classé A)\u003c\/strong\u003e stands as one of the defining wines of modern Bordeaux—an extraordinary, near-perfect vintage that combines power, precision, and elegance at the highest level. Universally acclaimed and built for decades of evolution, this is a benchmark Right Bank wine for collectors, serious enthusiasts, and those seeking a truly iconic bottle. It is both profoundly structured and effortlessly refined—classic Cheval Blanc at its peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"544\" data-start=\"541\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"575\" data-start=\"546\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"573\" data-start=\"546\"\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"784\" data-start=\"577\"\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc is one of Bordeaux’s most legendary estates, located on the border of Saint-Émilion and Pomerol, with a unique terroir of gravel and clay soils that favor both Merlot and Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"786\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"786\" data-section-id=\"5niw1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"808\" data-start=\"788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"806\" data-start=\"788\"\u003eClassification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"811\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"811\" data-section-id=\"eeyfg0\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"878\" data-start=\"813\"\u003ePremier Grand Cru Classé “A,” the highest tier in Saint-Émilion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"880\" data-section-id=\"1lca7wq\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"908\" data-start=\"882\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"906\" data-start=\"882\"\u003eVintage 2016 Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"911\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"995\" data-start=\"911\" data-section-id=\"1dccwwv\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"995\" data-start=\"913\"\u003eA near-ideal growing season with a wet spring followed by a dry, balanced summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"998\" data-section-id=\"5hvatd\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"1000\"\u003eProduced wines of exceptional structure, freshness, and longevity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1069\" data-section-id=\"hqxy2s\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1101\" data-start=\"1071\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1099\" data-start=\"1071\"\u003eBlend Composition (2016)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1104\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1203\" data-start=\"1104\" data-section-id=\"u5pjfm\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1203\" data-start=\"1106\"\u003eTypically dominated by Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with a small proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1206\" data-section-id=\"166jwyb\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1208\"\u003eCabernet Franc plays a leading role, contributing aromatic lift and structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1495\" data-start=\"1289\" data-section-id=\"f08cgh\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1307\" data-start=\"1291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1305\" data-start=\"1291\"\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1495\" data-start=\"1310\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1310\" data-section-id=\"16vdwrb\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1312\"\u003eParcel-by-parcel vinification for precision\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1422\" data-start=\"1360\" data-section-id=\"1eubx0a\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1422\" data-start=\"1362\"\u003eFermentation in a mix of concrete and stainless steel vats\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1495\" data-start=\"1425\" data-section-id=\"xqs7s9\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1495\" data-start=\"1427\"\u003eAged in 100% new French oak barrels for approximately 18–24 months\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"1497\" data-section-id=\"zunnk2\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1522\" data-start=\"1499\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1520\" data-start=\"1499\"\u003eEstate Philosophy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"1525\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1580\" data-start=\"1525\" data-section-id=\"1hvgqxx\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1580\" data-start=\"1527\"\u003eFocus on purity, balance, and expression of terroir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"1583\" data-section-id=\"1gkun1u\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1668\" data-start=\"1585\"\u003eKnown for producing wines that combine Right Bank richness with Left Bank finesse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1823\" data-start=\"1670\"\u003eThe 2016 vintage is widely regarded as one of the estate’s modern masterpieces—structured for long-term aging, yet already displaying remarkable harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1828\" data-start=\"1825\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1851\" data-start=\"1830\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1849\" data-start=\"1830\"\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2020\" data-start=\"1853\"\u003eRobert Parker’s Wine Advocate awards this wine a perfect \u003cstrong data-end=\"1924\" data-start=\"1910\"\u003e100 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, highlighting its extraordinary elegance and precision. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2173\" data-start=\"2022\"\u003eJames Suckling scores it \u003cstrong data-end=\"2060\" data-start=\"2047\"\u003e99 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, noting its powerful structure, polished tannins, and remarkable purity. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2280\" data-start=\"2175\"\u003eDecanter awards \u003cstrong data-end=\"2204\" data-start=\"2191\"\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, emphasizing its balance and depth. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2438\" data-start=\"2282\"\u003eWine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast both score the wine \u003cstrong data-end=\"2350\" data-start=\"2337\"\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, reinforcing its status as a benchmark vintage. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2443\" data-start=\"2440\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2445\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2464\" data-start=\"2445\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2635\" data-start=\"2468\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2477\" data-start=\"2468\"\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2480\" data-start=\"2477\"\u003eDeeply aromatic and layered, with blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum interwoven with violets, graphite, fresh herbs, and subtle 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Flavors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3469\" data-start=\"3422\"\u003eBlackcurrant, plum, violet, graphite, spice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3546\" data-start=\"3470\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3489\" data-start=\"3470\"\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"3546\" data-start=\"3489\"\u003eIconic, structured, ultra-premium Right Bank Bordeaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3551\" data-start=\"3548\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3578\" data-start=\"3553\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3576\" data-start=\"3553\"\u003eRecommended Service\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3726\" data-start=\"3580\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3637\" data-start=\"3580\" data-section-id=\"1cfgjpt\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3637\" data-start=\"3582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3596\" data-start=\"3582\"\u003eDecanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 2–3 hours recommended in youth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3684\" data-start=\"3638\" data-section-id=\"1ddibsw\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3684\" data-start=\"3640\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3664\" data-start=\"3640\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–65°F (15–18°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3726\" data-start=\"3685\" data-section-id=\"eya4ol\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3726\" data-start=\"3687\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3711\" data-start=\"3687\"\u003eCellaring Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–40+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3747\" data-start=\"3728\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3745\" data-start=\"3728\"\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3875\" data-start=\"3748\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3783\" data-start=\"3748\" data-section-id=\"1a5dwds\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3783\" data-start=\"3750\"\u003eDry-aged beef, lamb, or venison\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3833\" data-start=\"3784\" data-section-id=\"1ragt6t\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3833\" data-start=\"3786\"\u003eTruffle-based dishes or mushroom preparations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3875\" data-start=\"3834\" data-section-id=\"nfxxsp\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3875\" data-start=\"3836\"\u003eAged cheeses such as Comté or Gruyère\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43101198352450,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/Chateau_Cheval_Blanc_2016_Saint-Emilion_Grand_Cru.jpg?v=1774032629","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/chateau-cheval-blanc-2016-saint-emilion-grand-cru","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}