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Domaine de Chevalier,
For laying down,
There is a qualitative similarity between 2012 and 2011 for the dry white wines of the Graves, high praise indeed given the undoubted quality of the latter. However the summer of 2012 was hotter and drier, giving what Remi Edange at Domaine de Chevalier called a "pulpeux" quality to the wines. That is to say a fleshy and juicy character. This 2012 white is very impressive with a bright firm fruit showing citrus and stoney flavours in equal measure. As usual as 70/30 blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, this is sure to be an outstanding wine once it has finished its maturation in oak.
Mark Pardoe MW, Wine Buying Director
Mark Pardoe MW, Wine Buying Director
Domaine de Chevalier,
Drink now,
L’Esprit is the second label from one of the two or three finest white wine properties of the Graves: Domaine de Chevalier. Only five hectares (45 in all) are planted to white grapes, meaning yields are tiny and demand always huge. A delightful estate, with equally charming owners whose attention to detail is the reason their wines are so sought after.
These wines are never made to be ‘fruit driven’, rather the aim is to produce refreshing whites that stimulate the palate. Gooseberry and white peach on the nose, with a more mineral edge in the mouth. The palate broadens on the finish, with a lovely hint of lemon verbena. Drink now to 2017. Sauvignon Blanc 70%, Sémillon 30%
Philip Moulin , Wine Buyer
These wines are never made to be ‘fruit driven’, rather the aim is to produce refreshing whites that stimulate the palate. Gooseberry and white peach on the nose, with a more mineral edge in the mouth. The palate broadens on the finish, with a lovely hint of lemon verbena. Drink now to 2017. Sauvignon Blanc 70%, Sémillon 30%
Philip Moulin , Wine Buyer
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Jeannie Cho Lee MW, Decanter, April 2013