I must admit to an embarrassment of epic proportions. About 20 years ago, I attended a blind tasting of cabernet/Bordeaux wines at a friend's home. Among the wines our generous host uncovered at the conclusion of the event, was the '47 Cheval Blanc - which I had described to the assembled multitude as the "best zinfandel I have ever tasted."

After your wonderful article on this spectacular wine, I don't feel quite so bad since others have described it as port-like, etc. To this day, it still remains the best wine to cross these wine-stained lips.

Just recently, I wrote a blog about a wonderful experience with the 1978 Chateau Fortia - also still drinking quite well. If you're interested you can go to: <link> and check it out.

Great article!!