2018 Chateau Cheval Blanc St.-Emilion Grand Cru (375 mL) Half-Bottle

Considering the estate’s quality and worldwide reputation, and considering how little there is to go around, Château Cheval Blanc is an absolute treasure—in any vintage.

But when the wine achieves perfection, forget about it—including the thrilling 100-point 2018 Cheval Blanc, one of the greatest editions of this legendary wine made in our lifetimes.

Cheval Blanc is at its best in hot years—the fabled 1947, 1982, and 2009 all come to mind—so it’s little surprise that the estate delivered a conversation-stopping bottle in 2018, which benefited from Bordeaux’s third-warmest summer on record and perfect fall weather.

Bordeaux expert Jane Anson—a Master of Wine and author of the definitive tome on the region—awarded it 100 points in Decanter, calling it “a great Cheval Blanc,” and Antonio Galloni of Vinous called it “magnificent” and “dazzling.” We think that perfectly sums up its magical interplay between dense, ripe fruit and intricate, captivating aromatics. 

Cheval Blanc was among the last in Bordeaux to harvest their grapes in 2018, taking advantage of the gorgeous weather to turn what could have been massive tannins into a powerfully silky structure, promising this wine will see nearly another three decades of life. Even in barrel, its quality was obvious: Wine Advocate gushed that it was “true to the heart-and-soul signature of this amazing vineyard.”

In half-bottle format, it’s perfect for anyone looking for the ultimate headliner at an epic meal—and also for anyone who just wants to try this storied wine. Ours come from the cellars of the château itself, backed with our guarantee of perfect provenance.