Château Cheval Blanc

A pioneer of agroecology - Former Premier Grand Cru Classé A of Saint-Émilion

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Château Cheval Blanc, a true gem of Saint-Émilion, is recognised as one of the greatest crus of Bordeaux. With a unique heritage and ancestral expertise, this prestigious estate produces wines of unrivalled aromatic complexity. For nearly two centuries, Château Cheval Blanc has stood out for its exceptional terroir, its atypical grape varieties and its constant pursuit of excellence. 

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Cheval Blanc 2007
Last one !
1 in stock
114734
Red
75cl
92/100
91/100
17/20
17.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2007

€534.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€445.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2007
2 in stock
115451
Red
75cl
92/100
91/100
17/20
17.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2007

€534.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€445.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2015 OWC
6 in stock
120515
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
100/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2015 OWC

€828.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€690.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1988 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
12 in stock
122081
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
88/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1988 -5% DISCOUNT !

€514.43 inc-VAT per bottle €541.50 inc-VAT -5%
€428.69 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1992
3 in stock
122082
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1992

€408.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€340.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2001
1 in stock
122626
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2002

€474.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€395.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1992 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
Last one !
0 in stock
122909
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1992 -5% DISCOUNT !

€387.60 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -5%
€323.00 ex-VAT
Petit Cheval 1989 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
6 in stock
123716
Red
75cl
High shoulder
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Petit Cheval 1989 - PROMO -10% !

€126.36 inc-VAT per bottle €140.40 inc-VAT -10%
€105.30 ex-VAT
Petit Cheval 1989 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
11 in stock
123718
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Very High Shoulder
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Petit Cheval 1989 - PROMO -5% !

€140.79 inc-VAT per bottle €148.20 inc-VAT -5%
€117.33 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1974 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
Last one !
1 in stock
123906
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Top Shoulder
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1974 - PROMO -5% !

€379.05 inc-VAT per bottle €399.00 inc-VAT -5%
€315.88 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1985
Last one !
1 in stock
123920
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Very High Shoulder
95/100
92/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1985

€708.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€590.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1985 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
Last one !
1 in stock
123922
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Hauté épaule
95/100
92/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1985 - PROMO -10% !

€573.48 inc-VAT per bottle €637.20 inc-VAT -10%
€477.90 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1985
8 in stock
126466
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
95/100
92/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1985

€708.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€590.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1985 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
2 in stock
126465
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Top Shoulder
95/100
92/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1985 - PROMO -5% !

€638.97 inc-VAT per bottle €672.60 inc-VAT -5%
€532.48 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1986
3 in stock
126467
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
93/100
89/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1986

€630.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€525.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1988
5 in stock
126468
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
88/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1988

€570.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€475.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2002
0 in stock
127359
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
90/100
92/100
16.5/20
17/20
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2002

€474.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€395.00 ex-VAT
Petit Cheval 2014
6 in stock
129146
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
91/100
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Petit Cheval 2014

€168.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€140.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1979 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
1 in stock
129320
Red
75cl
Damaged
86/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1979 - PROMO -10% !

€408.24 inc-VAT per bottle €453.60 inc-VAT -10%
€340.20 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1986
1 in stock
129584
Red
75cl
93/100
89/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1986

€630.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€525.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1982 - PROMO -5% !
New
-5%
0 in stock
129937
Red
75cl
Damaged
99/100
96/100
18/100
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1982 - PROMO -5% !

€1,254.00 inc-VAT per bottle €1,320.00 inc-VAT -5%
€1,045.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1990
New
1 in stock
129939
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
98/100
93/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1990

€1,440.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,200.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1990
New
1 in stock
129938
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
93/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1990

€1,440.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,200.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2001
New
1 in stock
130034
Red
75cl
93/100
92/100
17/20
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2001

€528.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€440.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2017
New
6 in stock
130035
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
96+/100
96/100
17/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2017

€528.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€440.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2017 Magnum
New
2 in stock
130036
Red
150cl
Original wood case - Sold by 1
96+/100
96/100
17/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2017 Magnum

€1,068.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€890.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2018
New
6 in stock
130037
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
98+/100
97/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2018

€564.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€470.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2003
New
1 in stock
130136
Red
75cl
92/100
96/100
17/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2003

€600.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€500.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2000
New
1 in stock
130135
Red
75cl
99/100
18/100
18.5/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2000

€1,092.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€910.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2005
New
2 in stock
130776
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Damaged back label
100/100
97/100
19/20
19/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2005

€828.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€690.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2003 - PROMO -10%!
New
-10%
2 in stock
130777
Red
75cl
Damaged
92/100
96/100
17/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2003 - PROMO -10%!

€486.00 inc-VAT per bottle €540.00 inc-VAT -10%
€405.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2003 - PROMO -5%!
New
-5%
2 in stock
130778
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
92/100
96/100
17/20
18.5/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2003 - PROMO -5%!

€631.75 inc-VAT per bottle €665.00 inc-VAT -5%
€526.46 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 2005
New
0 in stock
130837
Red
75cl
100/100
97/100
19/20
19/20
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 2005

€828.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€690.00 ex-VAT
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Frequently Asked Questions

Château Cheval Blanc holds a unique place in the Saint-Émilion appellation as a former Premier Grand Cru Classé A, the highest distinction in the classification. This exceptional status is explained by a unique terroir on the border of Pomerol, composed of gravel and deep clay, but also by an atypical blend dominated by Cabernet Franc, a variety rarely present at such a high proportion in the Bordeaux region. The result is a wine of remarkable aromatic complexity, combining power and elegance with a finesse that is rarely matched.

The wines of Château Cheval Blanc are distinguished by an aromatic profile of rare complexity. Dominated by Cabernet Franc, they develop characteristic notes of violet, red and black fruits, liquorice, and sweet spices, with age revealing nuances of truffle, leather, and undergrowth. On the palate, the texture is silky and the tannins are of great finesse, offering a persistent finish. This style, both structured and voluptuous, makes it an immediately recognisable wine among the great Bordeaux.

Food and wine pairings with Château Cheval Blanc deserve particular attention, given the wine's great complexity. In its younger years, it will sublimate a herb-crusted saddle of lamb, a beef tenderloin with cep mushroom sauce, or a roasted pigeon with truffles. With age, its aromatic palette enriches and calls for more delicate pairings: truffled poultry, duck à l'orange, or aged pressed cheeses such as an old Comté. The richness of the Cabernet Franc also pairs very well with spiced dishes featuring soft and floral notes.

Certain vintages of Château Cheval Blanc have entered the legend of world viticulture. The 1947 is universally acclaimed as one of the most extraordinary wines ever produced. More recently, the years 2000, 2010, 2015 and 2016 are considered absolute references, combining concentration, freshness and exceptional longevity. For enthusiasts wishing to discover the estate, the 2014 and 2017 vintages offer an excellent quality-to-price ratio while remaining true to the signature style of the property.

Le Petit Cheval is the second wine of Château Cheval Blanc, crafted from younger plots and blends not selected for the Fine Wine. It shares the same DNA and the same winemaking standards as its elder, but expresses itself with greater suppleness and earlier accessibility. It is an excellent entry point for discovering the estate's style, with genuine aromatic complexity at a more accessible scale. It proves ideal to enjoy between 5 and 12 years after bottling.

The ideal drinking window for a Château Cheval Blanc depends closely on the vintage and your personal preferences. In its early years, the wine can appear somewhat closed, its tannins still seeking integration. As a general rule, it is advisable to wait at least 8 to 10 years after the harvest for more accessible vintages, and 15 to 20 years for great years such as 2000 or 2010. Those wishing to enjoy a bottle young should decant it at least two hours in advance, so as to allow the wine to open up and reveal the full richness of its aromatic bouquet.

History of Château Cheval Blanc

The history of Château Cheval Blanc truly begins in 1832 when Jean-Jacques Ducasse acquires part of the estate of the renowned Château Figeac, situated on the boundary between Pomerol and Saint-Émilion. This was a decisive turning point for the estate, which would go on to become an emblem of Bordeaux viticulture. Under the direction of Jean Laussac-Fourcaud, who married Henriette Ducasse in 1852, the estate took shape and adopted an unprecedented blend: 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Franc, a bold choice for the time. This singular approach helped forge the unique identity of Cheval Blanc.

During the second half of the 19th century, Château Cheval Blanc experienced a meteoric rise. In 1862, the estate won its first medal at the Universal Exhibition in London, before triumphing in Paris and Antwerp. These distinctions helped cement the estate's international reputation. Over the decades, Cheval Blanc continued to shine among the greatest Bordeaux crus, alongside prestigious estates such as Margaux and Lafite. 

The modernisation of the estate continued in the 20th century with the construction of new cellars and the adoption of innovative drainage techniques. In 1998, Château Cheval Blanc was acquired by Bernard Arnault and Baron Albert Frère, who entrusted the management to Pierre Lurton, an emblematic figure also in charge of Château d'Yquem. Under their impetus, Cheval Blanc has remained true to its heritage while resolutely embracing the future.

In 2021, Château Cheval Blanc made the bold decision to withdraw from the prestigious Premier Grand Cru Classé "A" classification of Saint-Émilion, affirming its desire to focus on the authenticity of its terroir and the quality of its wines, rather than meeting established evaluation criteria.

Château Cheval Blanc achieves 100/100 from Robert Parker for its vintages 2009, 1998, 2010, 2005, 2015, 2016 and 2019, attesting to its consistent excellence. The years 1982, 1948 and 2000 follow with 99/100, and the vintages 2018, 1990, 1950 and 1921 receive 98/100.

Terroirs and Vines of Château Cheval Blanc

The terroir of Château Cheval Blanc is one of the most fascinating in Saint-Émilion, characterised by a mosaic of soils that contributes to the complexity and richness of its wines. Located on the quaternary alluvial deposits of the Isle, on the border with Pomerol, the estate benefits from a unique geological diversity. Three main soil types coexist across the 42 hectares of vineyards: clay, gravel and sand. This balanced distribution gives Cheval Blanc's wines their distinctive organoleptic characteristics.

Cabernet Franc, the estate's flagship grape variety, makes up 55% of the blend, complemented by 40% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Each plot of the vineyard has its own specificities, linked to the nature of the soil, its age, and the grape variety cultivated there. The clay soils yield velvety and powerful tannins, while the gravel brings finer aromas and great elegance. This unique marriage of soils and grape varieties allows Cheval Blanc to produce powerful yet always well-balanced wines of rare aromatic complexity.

Another fundamental aspect of the estate is its commitment to sustainable viticulture. No herbicides have ever been used in the vineyard. In 2021, Château Cheval Blanc took a further step by publishing a manifesto in favour of agroforestry, advocating polyculture and the return of biodiversity to the estate's lands. The cessation of ploughing and the cultivation of living soils are now at the heart of Cheval Blanc's ecological approach.

Winemaking at Château Cheval Blanc

Winemaking at Château Cheval Blanc is a meticulous process that reflects a constant pursuit of perfection. Each plot is vinified separately in temperature-controlled cement vats, allowing the full potential of each terroir to be expressed. This particular care in the winemaking process preserves the singularity of each grape variety and ensures exceptional complexity in the final blends.

The estate has 67 vats of different sizes, designed to accommodate the particularities of each plot. This plot-by-plot approach is essential to maintaining the exceptional quality of the wines. After fermentation, which takes place in a traditional manner, the wine is aged for between 16 and 18 months in 100% new French oak barrels. This extended time in barrel gives Cheval Blanc's wines a harmonious structure and silky tannins, while encouraging the development of aromas.

Furthermore, the estate has undertaken in recent years a series of innovations aimed at further improving the quality of its wines. The addition of Cabernet Sauvignon to the blend, though modest (5%), adds a new dimension to the assemblages, bringing freshness and structure. Malolactic fermentation takes place directly in the vat to preserve the purity of the fruit and ensure wines of great finesse.

The Cuvées of Château Cheval Blanc

Château Cheval Blanc is renowned for producing exceptional wines, recognised for their finesse, aromatic complexity and longevity. The estate offers several cuvées, each expressing the unique characteristics of its terroir.

Château Cheval Blanc

The estate's flagship cuvée, a wine of unrivalled elegance and power. This former Premier Grand Cru Classé "A" is crafted from the finest plots of the estate and benefits from extended ageing in barrels. Cheval Blanc's wines are renowned for their ability to age for several decades while retaining their freshness and brilliance.

Le Petit Cheval

The estate's second wine, Le Petit Cheval is produced from young vines and selected plots. It offers a more accessible expression while retaining the refined character of its elder sibling. This wine is ideal for those wishing to discover the world of Cheval Blanc while enjoying a wine that is ready to drink.

Le Petit Cheval - Le Blanc

Since 2016, Château Cheval Blanc has also produced an exceptional white wine, the Petit Cheval Blanc. Made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, this rare wine combines freshness, minerality and aromatic complexity, showcasing the estate's expertise in the production of high-quality white wines.

Saint-Émilion, a jewel of the Bordeaux wine region, has produced over the years vintages of exceptional quality, delighting lovers of great wines. Among the legendary vintages, one can cite 1947, 1959, and 1961, true icons that have marked the history of Bordeaux wines. The celebrated 1982 remains an undisputed benchmark. The following decades were equally impressive, with remarkable vintages such as 1990, 1995, 1998, 2000, 2001, 2003, and 2005, all acclaimed for their richness and ageing potential. More recently, the vintages 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019, and 2020 have shone for their balance and depth, reaffirming Saint-Émilion's reputation as one of Bordeaux's most sought-after appellations, where each new year continues to captivate lovers of great wines with its consistent quality and elegance.

Discover the prestigious Premiers Grands Crus Classés A of Saint-Émilion, true jewels of the right bank vineyard. Among them, Château Pavie, promoted in 2012, continues to shine through the exceptional quality of its wines. More recently, in 2022, Château Figeac joined this exclusive circle, confirming its place among the elite. Other estates, although no longer part of this classification since 2022, continue to inspire admiration among enthusiasts: Château Angélus, Château Ausone and Château Cheval Blanc, all synonymous with tradition and excellence.

Château Cheval Blanc is far more than a simple wine estate. It is a living legend, a historic heritage and a key player in the evolution of Bordeaux viticulture. Thanks to its unique terroir, its atypical grape blend and its avant-garde winemaking methods, the estate continues to produce exceptional wines that captivate enthusiasts the world over. Whether through its grand crus or its more accessible cuvées, every wine from Cheval Blanc offers an incomparable sensory experience, synonymous with excellence and elegance.

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