Château Cheval Blanc, 1996 Rosé Bourguignon

Bourguignon

and menthol notes jump from the glass of this dark ruby/plum-hued

pure and with great tension

“The 2014 Relentless offers deep

pulpy texture and perfectly ripe tannins

Château Cheval Blanc, 1996 Rosé BourguignonVery classic vintage, with 55 60% Cabernet Franc a Cabernet Franc year. 1996 is a left bank year whereas 1995 was a right bank year. Mid crimson with minimal ageing at the rim. Looks quite thick and rich to judge from the viscosity. Much more obviously Cheval on the nose than the 1999. Intense and lovely fragrance and good potential for development. Very successful bridge between ancient and modern styles. Jancis Robinson 18 20 points.