Domaine de Chevalier - Pessac-Léognan (Grand Cru Classé de Graves) 2000 (750ml) Alibernet

Domaine de Chevalier - Pessac-Léognan (Grand Cru Classé de Graves) 2000 (750ml) AlibernetDomaine de Chevalier is located in a clearing in the middle of a forest that protects the vines from extremes of temprature. In fact Chevalier is a sort of secret garden, far from the limelight. This is something of a paradox for such an excellent wine, among the greatest in Bordeaux. Only a great terroir can produce a great wine I often start out with these words when speaking about Domaine de Chevalier. They convey our fundamental philosophy, not

Cellar SelectionD95DecanterThis is so young right now

In the glass this wine shines in a warm ruby red with purple reflections

subtle and light

giving notes of Asian pears

The vineyard is located in the heart of the Entre-Deux-Mers appellation in the commune of LADAUX

making it a long

confirming that they are wines that will require patience: interestingly

it’s my favorite of Rossignol’s two Pommard AOC bottlings

to have a combination of flesh on the attack with saline tension on the finish

its sweetness is contained and accompanied by an intense and elegant fruitiness

like a piece of silk laid across your palate

The Santa Julia Organic Malbec Rose is a medium intensity with yellow flashes