DOMAINE DE CHEVALIER Grand Cru Classé de Graves

Comments

An exceptional climate, an exceptional terroir, an exceptional wine.
Nature spoke, vines responded, the man revealed a ... sublime Domaine de Chevalier.
Satin red-black color.
Exuberant nose of fruit, liquorice, balsamic scents and wet gravel soils.
On the palate, velvety Merlot charm, aristocratic style of Cabernet-Sauvignon, intensity and strength of Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc elegance... A final ... that never ends!
Beautiful balance between mineral and fruit, highlighted by great freshness
A vintage landmark and reference among the great wines produced by Domaine de Chevalier. The secret of these great vintages is revealed after a long and slow aging...

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21 April 2008
WINE SPECTATOR : 93/100

Displays floral, blackberry and mineral aromas, with a hint of fresh tobacco. Full-bodied, with supersilky tannins and a long, caressing finish. Has a fine, polished texture. This is a class act—the best since 1998 for the red. Best after 2012. 10,000 cases made. –JS

Issue Mar 31, 2008
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21 April 2006
Jancis ROBINSON 17.5

Very dark crimson. Broad spread of aromas – really rather like Petrus in that respect (though not in build). Classic, non-showy palate that has a notable charge of tannins. Very clean and bracing but with a most impressive nose (Drink 2018-2040) : 17,5
(29 Jan 2015)

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30 June 2015
Robert Parker Jr : A glorious wine from Domaine de Chevalier, 95

A glorious wine from Domaine de Chevalier, this 2005 reveals notes of graphite, subtle charcoal, blackberry and blackcurrant fruit, a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, silky tannins, and a long, multi-dimensional finish. This is a killer effort from the Bernard family, who own this famous terroir in Pessac-Léognan. Drink it over the next 20-30 years.

eRobertParker.com #219
Jun 2015
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15 June 2006
DECANTER MAGAZINE, Note 18,5 * * * * *

"Real poise and elegance. Fine nose with a beautiful pitch of fruit. Depth and intensity. Palate rich, smooth, a touch of opulence, with fine, silky tannins and great length. " 2014-30

15 June 2006
"Revue du Vin de France", * * * * (*) :

"Dans un style très pur, le vin s’installe dans les grands millésimes du château."
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24 April 2014
Bettane et Desseauve : complet, grande réussite

Caractère épicé classique au nez, texture crémeuse, tanin très raffiné et classique dans ses sensations tactiles, opulent pour le millésime, complet, grande réussite. Note : 17.5

15 June 2006
DECANTER * * * *, Note 18 :

"Lovely piercing citrus expression. Palate round, intense and soft textured with a burst of acidity that builds through the finish. 2008-30"

11 May 2006
Le Point, Note 18 :

"Nez élégant, complexe, mélant le chèvrefeuille, l’ortie blanche, le tilleul et le pomelo, bouche délicate, bien équilibrée, beaucoup de fruits et une longueur épatante. Un vrai bordeaux blanc, comme on pourrait le dire d’un Puligny-Monrachet en Bourgogne." O = 2009, G = 20 ans."

31 May 2006
Jean-Marc Quarin, Note 16,75 - 17 :

" Ce domaine de Chevalier blanc 2005 fait un magnifique retour dans mes très bonnes notes de dégustation. J’apprécie tout particulièrement son absence d’oxydation et son grand toucher de bouche qui le distingue radicalement de ses pairs quand il est à son meilleur niveau.
Le nez est fin, fruité, pur et intense. Il sent la pêche, la poire, le fenouil, le buis, la vanille et prend et une expression plus intense à l’agitation. Vif en entrée de bouche, mais gras puis soyeux, il se développe très, très savoureux, très aromatique, complexe, suave, et fondant. Très, très belle longueur sapide.
Bravo ! "

8 July 2015
James SUCKLING : 94

94.This is really pure and fruity with flowers and stones. Full and dense, but still a bit tight. Not really giving much at the moment, but beautifully balanced and silky, and opening up to a long, long finish. This is excellent. Pull the cork after 2015.
May 29th, 2012

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