Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion, France 2012 Saumur Rouge rounded out with a smaller

rounded out with a smaller portion of Merlot

with a subtle start to the palate

Pure Castiglione charm radiates from this playful yet serious beauty

with incisive flavors

The wine shows completely integrated fruit tones that fold seamlessly into slight spice

Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion, France 2012 Saumur Rouge rounded out with a smallerA 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