Domaine de Chevalier - Grand Cru Classé de Graves 2017
94/100
RVF
94/100
Robert Parker
17/20
Le Figaro
94/100
Wine Enthusiast
96/100
James Suckling
95/100
Jeb Dunnuck
94/100
Wine Spectator
94/100
Decanter
17+/20
Jancis Robinson
“The 2017 Domaine de Chevalier has a deep garnet-purple color with a nose of oven-baked plums, black cherry compote, fruitcake, and violets, as well as earthy notes and rosehip tea. Medium-bodied, the palate is full of fruit with soft, round tannins and a lively finish. ” (Wine Advocate 2020). Delivered in a wooden case for any order of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding the “Pickup Point” delivery method)
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Eye
Deep, rich color
Nose
Fruity and spicy with mineral notes
Palate
Full-bodied, smooth, and fruity, with dense, refined tannins
Serve
At 16-18°C
Drink before
2030+
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with game birds, red meat, or a cheese platter...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide): 5*Stars (Exceptional producers who represent the absolute pinnacle of quality in France and around the world)
About the estate:
This is a property cherished by all, featuring a superb, contiguous vineyard surrounding the château—one of the best-cultivated in the Bordeaux region. Olivier Bernard is a tireless ambassador for Bordeaux wines around the world. He is also one of those who understands the value of his product most intimately, thanks to daily tastings with the estate’s countless visitors—the estate has long been a pioneer in welcoming the public. The whites are the most refined in the appellation, while the reds are paragons of Bordeaux classicism in their balance and flavor. The latest reds are particularly impressive for their added body and complexity. Beautiful nuances, tension, and energy define the white “Esprit-de-Chevalier,” which perfectly embodies the essence of a great wine. The 2016, 2017, and 2018 vintages—both reds and whites—are simply at their peak; the estate richly deserves a 5-star rating.
Decanter
Wine rated 94/100
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2020 guide) 94/100 (Outstanding wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2017 Domaine de Chevalier has a deep garnet-purple color with a nose of baked plums, black cherry compote, fruitcake, and violets, as well as earthy notes and hints of rosehip tea. Medium-bodied, the palate is full of fruit with soft, round tannins and a lively finish. A blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot, this vintage spent 18 months in French oak barrels, 35% of which were new.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2021 guide) 94/100
Rated Estate (2022 Guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
This red wine is classic, well-structured, and complex on the palate, with a lovely, smoky finish.
About the estate:
Since 1983, the Bernard family has spared no effort to keep this beautiful estate among the appellation’s top producers. Thanks to state-of-the-art equipment and a vineyard that has now reached the age necessary to produce exceptional grapes, the wines are impeccable, both white and red. The vineyard, located in one of the appellation’s cooler areas on the edge of the Landes Forest, is tended like a garden. The white grapes are sorted with extreme care, and the winemaking process has become considerably more sophisticated—without altering the style or class of this highly regarded wine. Chevalier embodies finesse and elegance, without compromising its aging potential.
Wine Spectator
Wine rated 94/100 (Exceptional wine)
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2019 guide) 94/100
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated 17+/20
James Suckling
Wine rated (2020 guide) 96/100
Rated "Recommended"
About the wine:
Plenty of aromas of blueberry, warm stone, slate, and nuts. Terracotta, too. Iodine notes. Full-bodied, round, and dense with layers of fine tannins. Beautiful depth and intensity. Extremely long and concentrated. It needs three or four years of bottle aging before drinking. Try it after 2024.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated 95/100
Le Figaro vins
Wine rated (2018 guide) 17/20
About the wine:
A full-bodied, rich, intense, and well-balanced wine with a hint of saltiness.
Customer Rating
4/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. JEAN PIERRE V. Published on November 4, 2024
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Review by Mr. FRANCK R. Published on February 4, 2024
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