{"product_id":"saint-emilion-2002-societe-civile-du-cheval-blanc","title":"Saint-Émilion 2002 - Société Civile du Cheval Blanc","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Secret History of the Société Civile du Cheval Blanc\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Cheval Blanc, Premier Grand Cru Classé A, needs no introduction. However, this 2002 Saint-Émilion bottle bearing the mention \"Société Civile du Cheval Blanc\" tells a more confidential story. Produced by the Château's technical team, this cuvée is the result of a very specific selection, often reserved for a circle of insiders or created to meet the particular demands of a complex vintage. It is the pure expression of Cheval Blanc's expertise, free from the constraints of the Grand Vin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePresentation of the 2002 Vintage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2002 was a \"winegrower's\" vintage in Bordeaux. Capricious weather conditions forced the greatest estates to perform extremely severe selections. The result? Wines of great straightforwardness, with beautiful acidity and a potential for aging that surprised everyone. More than 20 years later, these wines display a finesse and elegance typical of great Bordeaux classics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eA Collector's Rarity\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the Grand Vin or Petit Cheval, this label is a meteoric appearance in the wine landscape. It seems that it was produced almost exclusively in 2002, making it a major curiosity for fans of the property. To own this bottle is to own a piece of Cheval Blanc's \"off\" history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eBottle Condition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottle is in impeccable condition. The label is very sober and perfectly clean. The capsule is intact, and the wine level is excellent, guaranteeing a slow and controlled evolution in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose reveals the nobility of the Saint-Émilion terroir: notes of cedar, tobacco, stewed small red fruits and a characteristic hint of violet. On the palate, the wine is balanced, supported by a fine tannic structure and refreshing acidity. A complexity full of restraint and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFood and Wine Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatured rib of beef grilled over vine shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLamb navarin with spring vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong cheeses (farmhouse Saint-Nectaire)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA wine to share among enthusiasts for its unique history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServing temperature: 17-18°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAeration: A simple uncorking 1 hour before tasting is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage: At its peak, ready to be discovered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWUAT Note\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is precisely the kind of bottle we love to unearth at WUAT. It's not just a wine, it's a cellar secret. Ideal for a gift related to the 2002 vintage or to surprise a Cheval Blanc collector who thinks they've tasted everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cheval Blanc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53365130461523,"sku":"SE2002SCCB","price":136.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/9686\/6131\/files\/Saint-Emilion_2002_-_Societe_Civile_du_Cheval_Blanc_5.jpg?v=1774795727","url":"https:\/\/www.wineuponatime.com\/en\/products\/saint-emilion-2002-societe-civile-du-cheval-blanc","provider":"Wine Upon A Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}