L'Esprit de Chevalier Pessac-Léognan rouge 2019 - Second vin

Bettane & Desseauve

About the wine:

Lighter and inevitably a little leaner than the grand vin, but with great clarity and precision in the cedar aromas and salinity of the fruit. Here we find the rigor of a true Léognan, but without the dullness.

About the domain :

Here's an estate held in high esteem by all, with a superb vineyard surrounding the château, one of the best cultivated in Bordeaux. Olivier Bernard is a tireless ambassador for Bordeaux wines around the world. He is also one of those who most intimately know the value of their product, thanks to daily tastings in the company of the countless visitors to the estate, a pioneer in welcoming the public. The whites are the most racy in the commune, the reds models of Bordeaux classicism in their proportions and flavor. The latest reds are impressive for their extra body and complexity. Beautiful nuances, tension and energy for the white esprit-de-chevalier, which is the perfect reflection of the great wine. The 2016, 2017 and 2018 reds and whites are simply top-notch, and the estate richly deserves its 5-star rating.

Decanter

About the wine:

On the nose, aromas of dark chocolate and mint, with a hint of blackcurrant. I appreciate its immediate freshness on the palate, its harmonious texture, and its fine tannins that delicately support the fruit, allowing it to express itself fully. A pleasant creaminess completes this wine. A truly magnificent wine, smooth, delicate, and nuanced. Beautiful freshness and very pleasant to drink, fruity and energetic. Easy to drink, well made and well structured. A fine demonstration of winemaking expertise. 2022-2033

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the domain :

Since 1983, the Bernard family has been doing its utmost to keep this fine estate at the forefront of the appellation. Thanks to state-of-the-art technical equipment and a vineyard that is now old enough to produce great grapes, the wines are irreproachable, both white and red. The vineyard, located in one of the cooler areas of the appellation, on the edge of the Landes forest, is tended like a garden. The white grapes are sorted with extreme care, and vinification has become considerably more sophisticated, without altering the style or class of this highly reputed wine. Chevalier embodies finesse and elegance, without compromising ageing potential.

Wine Enthusiast

About the wine:

Made from the estate's young vines, this second wine from Domaine de Chevalier is aged in barrels for 14 months. It has spicy notes and is bursting with black fruit and acidity. This promising wine should be ready to drink from 2025.

James Suckling

About the wine:

Aromas of plums and fresh flowers, particularly roses, with hints of stems and parsley. A full-bodied wine with round, silky tannins, medium structure but long and caressing, offering beautiful tension on the palate. Blend: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot. Best enjoyed after 2025.

The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve

About the wine:

Supple, silky, refined, fresh, and smooth, it exudes a magnificent sensation of purity of red fruits on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied, elegant, silky, and expressive, it leaves a lingering finish with notes of ripe, sweet cherries. Perfect for drinking soon, while waiting for the Grand Vin to blossom. Drink between 2022 and 2031.