Petit Cheval other_regions 90 ha parcel)

90 ha parcel)

The 2001 is still fresh

all of which are spectacular at this stage

More hedonistic and voluptuous than the 2010

(from a huge 2

Petit Cheval other_regions 90 ha parcel)Bright medium red. Strawberry, redcurrant and violet on the nose. Juicy and vinous, with redcurrant and delicate coffee flavors showing good sweetness and plenty of early appeal. Finishes moderately long and a bit simple, with a hint of dusty minerals, repeating floral nuances and smooth tannins. A lovely wine expressing pristine aromas and flavors. Pierre Lurton and technical director Pierre Olivier Clouet told me that the final blend is 72% merlot