Cheval Blanc 1999 750mL US Red even in a less heralded

even in a less heralded vintage

this is a youthful

Sloan and McClellan decided to bottle it later than usual

supported by plush tannins and just enough freshness

fine-grained tannins and fantastic poise and depth with a long

Cheval Blanc 1999 750mL US Red even in a less heralded"The complex, explosively fragrant 1999 Cheval Blanc is a blend of 59% Merlot and 41% Cabernet Franc. It is already showing well, which is a good sign for a wine that traditionally is reserved early in life, but puts on weight and richness in the bottle. Stylistically, this wine is probably cut from the same mold as vintages such as 1985, 1966, and 1962. The color is a dense ruby with purple nuances. Once past the blockbuster bouquet of menthol,