{"product_id":"chateau-cheval-blanc-saint-emilion-grand-cru-le-petit-cheval-2012-750ml-102026","title":"Chateau Cheval Blanc Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Le Petit Cheval 2012 - 750ml (102026)","description":"\u003cp\u003eChateau Cheval Blanc Le Petit Cheval 2012 is the second label of red wine produced by Château Cheval Blanc, a First Growth (Grand Cru) estate in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux. This vintage exhibits an elegant, lively, and delicate style, and is currently at its best drinking window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Red Bordeaux Blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppellation: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol Content: Approximately 13.5% ABV.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend: The 2012 Le Petit Cheval contains a remarkable 75% Cabernet Franc and 25% Merlot, the highest proportion of Cabernet Franc in the history of this wine, giving it a very unique and vibrant aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstated bouquet with ripe red\/black fruit, hints of iodine, tobacco, mint, and briary notes. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy, structured tannins, crisp acidity, and a linear, persistent finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavor Profile: Upon opening, it presents delicate, ethereal aromas of dark berries and cherries. The palate is straightforward, pure, and possesses a racing-like character, with fine tannins, perfectly capturing the classic gravelly terroir of Château Cheval Blanc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpert Ratings: Mainstream wine critics (such as Robert Parker's Wine Advocate and Wine Spectator) have generally awarded it a high score of 91 points, recognizing its sophisticated character befitting a flagship wine, yet with a more approachable style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking window: The 2012 vintage, now aged for over 10 years, is at its peak of maturity and ready to drink, with tannins softened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood pairing suggestions: Pairs perfectly with roasted lamb chops, aged beef steaks, duck breast, or dishes with truffle flavors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wine's Link Limited","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46355598147628,"sku":null,"price":1150.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0338\/2008\/2220\/files\/1_9d42848c-8b57-4c46-bfa3-9d1880d6dc0a.png?v=1791535278","url":"https:\/\/wines-link-store.com\/products\/chateau-cheval-blanc-saint-emilion-grand-cru-le-petit-cheval-2012-750ml-102026","provider":"Wine's Link Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}