Domaine de Chevalier Pessac-Leognan 2022 PRE-ARRIVAL

Pre-arrival. Estimated to be available December 2024.

Domaine de Chevalier, has a distinguished modern history that began in the 1960s when it was acquired by Jérôme Bernard. In the 1980s, the estate was purchased by the Bernard family, who undertook a comprehensive revitalization of the vineyards and winery. Under the leadership of Olivier Bernard, the estate embraced modern viticultural practices, focusing on quality and precision winemaking. Domaine de Chevalier’s commitment to excellence has resulted in a reputation for producing some of the finest red and white wines in Bordeaux, consistently earning high praise for their elegance, balance, and aging potential. The estate remains a top-tier producer in the Pessac-Léognan region.

98 Points Jeb Dunnuck
As to the Grand Vin 2022 Domaine De Chevalier, this awesome Graves is based on 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot and the rest Cabernet Franc. Vinified in a mix of concrete and wood tanks, with a portion seeing malolactic fermentation in barrel, it offers a deep purple/ruby hue as well as a brilliant bouquet of crème de cassis, graphite, smoke tobacco, and damp earth. Reminding me of a supercharged version of the 2016, it's full-bodied and has a layered, silky mouthfeel, beautiful tannins, and a great finish. Released with a new, one-off label, the 2022 celebrates Olivier Bernard's 40th year at the château, and it's certainly a wine worth seeking out.

97 Points Vinous
The 2022 Domaine de Chevalier was picked from 5-30 September and represents the 40th vintage under the irrepressible Olivier Bernard, who celebrates with a one-off label. It soars from the glass with take-no-prisoner aromatics: perfumed mineral-rich red berry fruit, incense and black truffle. Pessac-like earthiness with an opposing airiness defines many a great wine from this estate. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannins. Slightly powdery in texture and saline in the mouth, this gets the saliva flowing. However, the arching structure on the finish suggests it will require considerable bottle age. Cellar this for a couple of decades, and you'll be repaid handsomely.

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