The 2006 Château Cheval Blanc Magnum (1.5L) is a poised, classically structured red wine from the legendary Saint-Émilion estate.

Benefiting from the estate’s privileged gravel-and-clay terroir on the Pomerol border, the 2006 vintage—composed of roughly 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Franc—produced a wine of admirable depth, aromatic complexity, and structural authority.

In the glass, the 2006 Château Cheval Blanc displays a deep ruby-garnet hue. The nose reveals expressive aromas of black cherry, cassis, and blackberry, nuanced by violet, cedarwood, blond tobacco, mint, and warm spice.

On the palate, the wine is medium- to full-bodied, refined, and harmoniously knit. Silken tannins frame a core of ripe dark fruit, bitter chocolate, roasted coffee, and savoury gravel minerality.

Having evolved at a leisurely pace in the 1.5-litre magnum format, the 2006 Château Cheval Blanc is now entering its prime drinking window while retaining the substance to cellar gracefully for years to come. Pair with roast beef tenderloin, rack of lamb, or feathered game after decanting for one to two hours.