Chateau Cheval Blanc 1er Grand Cru Classe 1989 in 12er Holzkiste

Robert Parker: Tasted at Robersons’ 1989 Bordeaux horizontal. Despite its age, the nose takes a great deal of coaxing from the glass, but it unfurls to reveal dark broody black fruit, Italian meats, roasted chestnut and a touch of iodine. Very good definition and far more vigorous than the Figeac. The palate is medium-bodied with fine but firm tannins, great balanced and power, savoury with touches of game, white pepper, walnut and sandalwood on the finish that demonstrates great persistency. 95/100 (2010)

Jancis Robinson: Sweet and spicy on the nose though initially fairly light in terms of impact. At first it seemed a bit tight and mean although it opened up in the glass. A pretty impressive drink but without the conviction of the Lhose 1989s served alongside. 17,5/20 (2013)