Ratings
James Suckling 95-97 · Robert Parker 93-95 · Wine Spectator 93-96 · Decanter 94 · Neal Martin 93-95
Identity
| Producer | Domaine de Chevalier |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Grand Cru Classé de Graves |
| Grapes | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc |
| Color | red |
| Sweetness | dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | deep dark red with great brilliance |
| Aroma | Pure and bright aromas of red and black berries, liquorice, menthol, fresh minerals, cedar, graphite, slight smoky notes, black cherry, raspberry, blackcurrant, earthy leather, savory olive, forest floor, tobacco, spices, herbs |
| Palate | Very classy and balanced palate with concentration, power, freshness, finesse, elegant tannins, linear texture, well-defined tannic structure, vibrant acidity, and harmonious evolution |
| Finish | Long, fine tannins, lingering black cherry and spice notes, fresh and mineral finish with a satisfying saline length |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with grilled lamb chops, roast duck, game meats like wild boar and venison, mushroom risotto, well-seasoned steak, roasted vegetables with char |
| Serving Temp | 18 |
| Aging Potential | 20 |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| ABV % | 13.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged 18-22 months in French oak barrels, 35-50% new oak, with lees stirring for white wines |
| Fermentation | Temperature-controlled fermentation in a combination of large old French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks, with malolactic fermentation in barrel |
Terroir
| Soil | Gravelly soils with clay and limestone subsoil |
| Vine Age | 35 years |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Triple sorting: first in the vines, then on sorting table, and finally by optical sorting machine berry by berry |
Interesting facts
| Domaine de Chevalier is a historic estate dating back to the 16th century, owned by the Bernard family since 1983, known for rigorous ecological and biodynamic practices and a unique terroir surrounded by forest providing a special microclimate |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |