Cheval des Andes Cheval des Andes 2015

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Cheval des Andes
Cheval des Andes 2015

Année : 2015
Pays : Argentine
Région : Mendoza
Sous-région
Type : Rouge
Style Rouge Riche et Epicé
Format : 75cl
Alcool : 15°
Cépages : 69% Malbec, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot

Cheval des Andes est un « Grand cru » du Nouveau Monde qui combine l’art de l’assemblage des Grands Crus classés de Cheval Blanc et le meilleur du terroir argentin, incarné par le Malbec de 1929 de Terrazas de los Andes.

Experts		Note	Année
JS	James Suckling	98	2015
TA	Tim Atkin	96	2015
RP	Robert Parker	96	2015
WS	Wine Spectator	92	2014
WE	Wine Enthusiast	92	2013

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Apparence : Une magnifique couleur très intense provenant principalement du Malbec. Un profond violet-bleuté brillant, indicateur de jeunesse.

Nez : Il s’ouvre sur une fraicheur au nez, avec de subtiles notes de pamplemousse rose et de fleur d’oranger, suivi par des fruits rouges, telles que de la fraise, du cassis et de la cerise. Une complexité apparaît immédiatement dévoilant des notes de poivre noir et de romarin, une expression typique provenant de la bonne maturité du Cabernet Sauvignon. Elle s’associe harmonieusement aux arômes mentholés, suivi de framboise et de griotte.

Palais : Les premières impressions en bouche sont amples et complexes. Les tannins soyeux et matures se marient à d’élégantes notes de tabac et de fumée. Onctueux, juteux, il offre une longue et persistante finale. Un vin qui associe parfaitement bien sa jeune vivacité avec l’élégance d’une structure mature.

James Suckling (JS) : 98 Points (2015)

Very perfumed aromas of crushed berries such as raspberries and lemon rind. Plenty of flowers and sandalwood, too. Full body, very fine tannins and focus with a lovely, ethereal sensibility, which gives it balance and freshness. I love the energy and precision. It's all about subtlety. Despite the slightly difficult weather, this is a masterpiece in harmony. Drink in 2020 and onwards.

Tim Atkin (TA) : 96 Points (2015)

“Saved by the rains,” is how Lorenzo Pasquini describes the 2015 vintage of Cheval, as they delayed ripening in the grapes. It’s certainly a very elegant, refined red, blending Malbec with 28% Cabernet Sauvignon (there was no Cabernet Franc or Petit Verdot this year). Lighter in texture than the 2014, but with similar granular tannins, this is a fresh, focused wine of high quality with minerality, stylish oak and considerable length. 2021-30

Robert Parker (RP) : 96 Points (2015)

The 2015 Cheval des Andes is a blend of 69% Malbec and 31% Cabernet Sauvignon, the tendency in the last few years. 2015 was also a challenging year for Cabernet Sauvignon, but they were ready for it after 2014, the only harvest in which they used more Petit Verdot in the blend than Cabernet Sauvignon. 2015 was a very different harvest from 2016. In 2015, they had a lot of heat, and it was dry during the growing season; the rain during the harvest was a challenge, but in a way, it also saved the year by providing some freshness. This wine feels quite classic, looking for freshness, elegance and aging potential. I see this in the style of the 2012, with more refinement and nicely textured. There are some grainy tannins that should get polished with time, and there is great structure and freshness. It's 14% alcohol, which is moderate for what it was in the past. 55,000 bottles produced.

Wine Spectator (WS) : 92 Points (2014)

Powerful, inky and ripe-tasting, with muscular dark fruit flavors that feature plenty of smoky notes. Dark chocolate and cream details show on the long, plush finish. Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2022.

Wine Enthusiast (WE) : 92 Points (2013)

Inky aromas of black fruits include hints of graphite. This feels lush and dense, with fairly soft tannins. Blackberry, beef jerky and leathery notes comprise the flavor profile. Notes of coffee and chocolate grace a ripe, rich finish. Drink through 2021.