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

Bettane & Desseauve

About 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 estate:

This is a property that is admired by all, boasting a superb vineyard in a single block 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 knows the value of their product most intimately, thanks to daily tastings with the countless visitors to the estate, a pioneer in welcoming the public. The whites are the most distinguished in the commune, the reds are models of Bordeaux classicism in their proportions and flavor. The latest reds are very impressive for their extra body and complexity. Beautiful nuances, tension, and energy for the white esprit-de-chevalier, which is the perfect reflection of a great wine. The 2016, 2017, and 2018 reds and whites are simply at their peak, and the estate richly deserves its 5-star rating.

Decanter

About 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 estate:

Since 1983, the Bernard family has been doing everything possible to keep this beautiful estate at the forefront of the appellation. Thanks to state-of-the-art technology and a vineyard that has now reached the age necessary to produce great grapes, the wines are impeccable, both white and red. The vineyard, located in one of the coolest areas of the appellation, on the edge of the Landes forest, is maintained like a garden. The white grapes are sorted with extreme care and their vinification has become considerably more sophisticated, without altering the style or class of this highly reputed wine. Chevalier embodies finesse and elegance, without compromising its aging potential.

Wine Enthusiast

About 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 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 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.