{"product_id":"le-petit-cheval-2012","title":"Le Petit Cheval 2012","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background \u0026amp; History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc\u003c\/b\u003e, established in the 19th century in the heart of \u003cb\u003eSaint-Émilion\u003c\/b\u003e, is one of the most prestigious wine estates in Bordeaux. \u003cb\u003eLe Petit Cheval\u003c\/b\u003e is the second wine of the estate, offering an introduction to the house’s winemaking philosophy. It is produced from grapes that don’t make it into the Grand Vin but still showcases the estate’s signature style, delivering a refined expression of Saint-Émilion terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer \u0026amp; Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e2012 Le Petit Cheval\u003c\/b\u003e was crafted by the team at \u003cb\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc\u003c\/b\u003e, led by their experienced winemaking team. The estate is known for its meticulous vineyard management and precise winemaking techniques, ensuring that even its second wine maintains high standards of quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe grapes for Le Petit Cheval come from the same prestigious vineyards as the Grand Vin, located in the \u003cb\u003eSaint-Émilion Grand Cru\u003c\/b\u003e appellation. These vineyards are a blend of gravel and clay-limestone soils, providing ideal growing conditions for \u003cb\u003eCabernet Franc\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eMerlot\u003c\/b\u003e, the key grape varietals in the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eLe Petit Cheval 2012 is a blend of \u003cb\u003e75% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003e25% Merlot\u003c\/b\u003e. The wine is known for its balance of freshness, fruit intensity, and structure, making it approachable but with enough complexity to age gracefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e2012 vintage\u003c\/b\u003e in Bordeaux was challenging due to variable weather, but producers with careful vineyard management produced wines with elegance and purity. For Le Petit Cheval, this vintage produced a wine that is both charming and structured, with the capacity for mid-term aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV %\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe alcohol by volume (ABV) for \u003cb\u003eLe Petit Cheval 2012\u003c\/b\u003e is \u003cb\u003e13.5%\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification and Aging Method\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe wine undergoes vinification in temperature-controlled stainless steel and concrete vats, followed by aging in \u003cb\u003e50% new French oak barrels\u003c\/b\u003e for approximately 12-16 months. This careful process allows the wine to develop complexity while maintaining its freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrapes Varietals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e75% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e25% Merlot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance\u003c\/b\u003e: Deep ruby color with vibrant hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose\u003c\/b\u003e: Aromas of \u003cb\u003eblackberries\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003egraphite\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003ecedar\u003c\/b\u003e, with hints of \u003cb\u003eviolets\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eleather\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate\u003c\/b\u003e: Medium-bodied with crisp tannins and fresh acidity, delivering flavors of \u003cb\u003edark fruit\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eplum\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003espice\u003c\/b\u003e. The finish is long and elegant, with a distinct mineral touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood and Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eLe Petit Cheval 2012 pairs beautifully with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoasted lamb\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeef tenderloin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMature cheeses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMushroom-based dishes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eServe at \u003cb\u003e16-18°C\u003c\/b\u003e (60-64°F) and consider decanting for an hour to allow the wine to fully open up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Ageing Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThis wine can be enjoyed now, but with proper storage, it will continue to develop and evolve over the next \u003cb\u003e5-10 years\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert Parker\u003c\/b\u003e: 86-88 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/b\u003e: 90 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eTastingbook\u003c\/b\u003e: 93 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLe Petit Cheval 2012\u003c\/b\u003e is a refined, structured second wine from Château Cheval Blanc that reflects the estate’s attention to detail. It offers a charming expression of \u003cb\u003eCabernet Franc\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eMerlot\u003c\/b\u003e, with a balance of fruit and elegance, making it ideal for both immediate enjoyment and mid-term aging\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OMY Cellar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922409701590,"sku":null,"price":1260.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/LePetitCheval2012.jpg?v=1773670266","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/le-petit-cheval-2012","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}