As many readers will know, 2015 was the first year since 1988 that Cheval Blanc did not produce its second wine, Petit Cheval. That said, parts of two of Cheval Blanc's blocks were not used at all (Plot 17A and the northern part of Plot 10), which struggled with water availability during the drought, and the fruit was sold in bulk. . This vintage of Grand Vin is therefore equivalent to approximately 90% of the total production, making it one of the most complete expressions of Cheval Blanc ever produced. Composed of 53% Merlot and 47% Cabernet Franc, the deep purple 2015 Cheval Blanc slowly opens to reveal plum preserves, black forest cake, blackberry pie and pronounced licorice notes with suggestions of clove, cinnamon stick , star anise and dry notes. Herbs of Provence and lavender, plus whiffs of iron ore and dusty earth. Medium to full bodied, rich and densely packed with incredible layers of black, red and blue fruits, it completely fills the palate with energy and expression, framed by very ripe and wonderfully velvety tannins and a spicy line of acid, finishing with a long incredible. and poise. At once achingly elegant and captivatingly cerebral, this is a legendary vintage for this great estate.