Domaine de Chevalier 2005 - Grand Cru Classé de Graves
Ratings: Robert Parker 92/100, RVF 18/20, Bettane & Desseauve 17.5/20, Gault Millau 17/20
“Probably the finest wine produced by this estate in years, the 2005 is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with a small proportion of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. A deep ruby-purple hue, a classic bouquet of gravel with notes of graphite, creosote, smoky herbs, black cherry, and a spice box. The attack is elegant, full-bodied, and rich, with silky tannins and an opulent finish.” (Wine Advocate April 2008 - Robert Parker)
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Eye
beautiful purple dress
Nose
Typical of Chevalier, with magnificent Cabernet Sauvignon aromas intertwined with resinous and menthol notes
Palate
Exquisite, silky, full-bodied, and very pure, with a very elegant fruitiness. It develops a rich, full-bodied profile with intense fruit and refined, elegant tannins.
Serve
decant at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2025
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des gibiers à plumes, des viandes rouges, un plateau de fromages...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated (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 highly regarded estate, boasting 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 knows the value of his product most intimately, thanks to daily tastings with the estate’s countless visitors—a pioneer in welcoming the public. The whites are the most distinguished in the commune, while the reds are models of Bordeaux classicism in their balance and flavor. The latest reds are very impressive for their added body and complexity. Beautiful nuances, tension, and energy define the white Spirit-de-Chevalier, which is the perfect reflection of a great wine. The 2016, 2017, and 2018 vintages, both red and white, are simply at the top of their game; the estate richly deserves a 5-star rating.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often blessed with 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 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 maturity needed 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 their vinification 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.
James Suckling
Rated: Recommended
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