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Chateau Cheval Blanc 1978 - No Reserve, 1978

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As the 1979 Cheval Blanc becomes less and less attractive, the 1978 has gained in stature. Although it would suffer in a blind tasting against such legends as the 1982 and 1983, the 1978 offers a smoky, herbaceous, curranty bouquet, medium-bodied, ripe, herbaceous, rich, roasted flavors, and moderate tannins in the austere yet classy finish. This fine Cheval Blanc may merit an outstanding rating as it reaches full maturity. Could this be a replay of the 1966? Last tasted, 5/93. 89pts
Wine Advocate # 88
Aug 1993
Robert Parker

'Very tight knit nose. Incredibly concentrated. Just so rich and chocolaty. Not entirely ripe at the end but so emphatic'
S. Sutcliffe, World of Fine Wine, Issue 20, 2008


This is certainly showing more maturity on the rim, fresh and very classic in style with cigar box, dried blood and game. Good definition, this is very attractive. Mint develops with time although there is a touch of under-ripeness. The palate does not quite match up to the quality of the nose: medium-bodied, sharp acidity, a little soft on the entry but there is certainly good tannic structure here. Foursquare, old-style wine, like the previous wine with a touch of game towards the decayed but elegant, meaty finish. Drink now. Tasted September 2008. 89pts
Wine Journal
Jan 2009
Neal Martin
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Chateau Cheval Blanc 1978 - No Reserve

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Red

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France, Alsace, Wintzenheim

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In Neck (IN)

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As the 1979 Cheval Blanc becomes less and less attractive, the 1978 has gained in stature. Although it would suffer in a blind tasting against such legends as the 1982 and 1983, the 1978 offers a smoky, herbaceous, curranty bouquet, medium-bodied, ripe, herbaceous, rich, roasted flavors, and moderate tannins in the austere yet classy finish. This fine Cheval Blanc may merit an outstanding rating as it reaches full maturity. Could this be a replay of the 1966? Last tasted, 5/93. 89pts
Wine Advocate # 88
Aug 1993
Robert Parker

'Very tight knit nose. Incredibly concentrated. Just so rich and chocolaty. Not entirely ripe at the end but so emphatic'
S. Sutcliffe, World of Fine Wine, Issue 20, 2008


This is certainly showing more maturity on the rim, fresh and very classic in style with cigar box, dried blood and game. Good definition, this is very attractive. Mint develops with time although there is a touch of under-ripeness. The palate does not quite match up to the quality of the nose: medium-bodied, sharp acidity, a little soft on the entry but there is certainly good tannic structure here. Foursquare, old-style wine, like the previous wine with a touch of game towards the decayed but elegant, meaty finish. Drink now. Tasted September 2008. 89pts
Wine Journal
Jan 2009
Neal Martin
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Item ID:

144822

Name:

Chateau Cheval Blanc 1978 - No Reserve

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1 bottles, 75cl each

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Duty Paid

Wine Type:

Red

Country / Region:

France, Alsace, Wintzenheim

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In Neck (IN)

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