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Chateau Cheval-Blanc (magnum) 1985

Posted By Ronan on March 13, 2008 in  | 0 Comments

Country: France
Vintage: 1985
Colour: Red
Site: St Emilion
Region: Bordeaux
Producer: Chateau Cheval-Blanc (magnum)
Date Tasted: 13-03-08
Score: 94

Brown/red bowl fading to mahogany brick rim, mature nose ceps and earthy damp forest floor, sous bois, dry strawberry and cranberry, some old cedar old church aromas, soft leather suede like tannins, very gentle palate, soft acidity ripe confit fruit with chinese tea flavours, very long








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