Description
You can find this 1958 red wine for sale at Arden Fine Wines – Château Cheval Blanc 1958.
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Since it won its first medal in 1862, Château Cheval Blanc has maintained its place as one of the world’s greatest wines.
In 1832, M. Laussac-Fourcaud bought 15 hectares (37 acres) from Château Figeac.
As a result, they created Chateau Cheval Blanc.
Notably, the International London and Paris Exhibitions in 1862 and 1867 awarded it medals still prominent on its labels.
Furthermore, the family owned the château until 1998, when Bernard Arnault and Albert Frère bought it.
The late Clive Coates MW described Chateau Cheval Blanc as “the only great wine in the world made predominantly from Cabernet Franc.””
The vineyard area is spread over 41 hectares (100 acres), with 37 hectares (91 acres) planted with a composition of grape varieties of:
- 57% Cabernet Franc
- 40% Merlot
- and small parcels of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon
1958 red wine for sale – Château Cheval Blanc 1958
The year of 1958 was warm and rather wet.
The effects of 1956 still affected the vines.
Château Cheval Blanc 1958 displayed great elegance in its youth and still offers a delicious, fruity taste.
Wine enthusiasts know this vintage for its high proportion of Cabernet Franc due to a severe frost in 1956 that damaged many Merlot vines.
While some other vintages are considered more exceptional, collectors still seek it out, and experts have noted its surprising freshness and drinkability for its age.
It may lack the concentration and complexity of Cheval Blanc’s most highly-regarded vintages, but bottles in good condition have surprisingly held up well.
Reviewers noted that the presence of discernible fruit after so many years was a “triumph.”
Experts have described the mid-palate as elegant and fresh, leading to a long finish.
You can purchase this 1958 red wine for sale at Arden Fine Wines in London.
