Michel Bettane and Thierry Desseauve: In the same style as the grand vin and equally stunning, Cheval Blanc’s second wine is notable for its aromatic freshness and elegant length. 16

Michael Schuster: Refined, ripe Merlot and mineral-fruit nose; lovely, harmonious balance, an elegant middleweight with a very fine tannin; both fresh and fleshy with sweet, scented fruit, long, even, gravelly, and with fine length. A lovely Petit Cheval. Should drink nicely in three to four years. 2013–25. 16.5/17