Petit Cheval - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2000

Wine Advocate

90 / 100

byRobert Parkerthe4/30/2003

For those not lucky or rich enough to purchase the 2000 Cheval Blanc, there is an alternative ... the 2000 Le Petit Cheval. This offering has often been an afterthought, but the 2000 possesses some of its bigger sibling's character. A blend of equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Franc (40% of the production made it into this wine), it does not have the mass or depth of the Cheval, but this exceptional effort offers sweet, concentrated, plush flavors, wonderful opulence, and lovely density. This beauty will be drinkable upon release, and will last for 12-15 years. Believe it or not, the 2000 Le Petit Cheval is better than some vintages of Cheval Blanc have been over the last two decades.

Wine Spectator

88 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe3/31/2003

A fresh and fruity wine, with blackberry and cherry character, medium body and a clean finish. Pretty and delicious. Second wine of Cheval-Blanc. Drink now through 2006.

Wine Advocate

90-92 / 100

byRobert Parkerthe4/30/2001

The 2000 Le Petit Cheval has often been an afterthought. A blend of equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Franc (40% of the production made it into this wine), this exceptional effort offers sweet, concentrated, plush flavors, wonderful opulence, and super density. This beauty will be drinkable upon release, and will last for 12-15 years.