2021 Domaine De Chevalier

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Winemaker Notes

The 2021 Domaine de Chevalier Rouge from Pessac-Léognan is a Cabernet Sauvignon-led blend that impresses with its depth and elegance. It opens with aromas of blackberries, plums, loamy soil, bay leaf, licorice, and spice, followed by a medium to full-bodied palate that’s velvety and layered. The wine shows excellent structure, with plush oak, ripe tannins, and a chewy, vertical finish. Despite the vintage’s challenges, it delivers vibrant acidity, fine powdery tannins, and a long, savory aftertaste, making it a standout effort with aging potential through 2040.

About Winery

Domaine de Chevalier, located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux, dates back to the 18th century, though significant viticulture began in the 19th century under Arnaud Ricard, who also owned Château Malartic-Lagravière. From 1900 to 1945, it was managed by Gabriel Beaumartin, and after severe frosts in 1945, replanting was necessary. The Ricard family continued stewardship until 1983, when the estate was sold to the Bernard family, known for their Cognac business. Olivier Bernard, just 23 at the time, took over and led major expansions and modernizations, including vineyard enlargement, replanting, and facility upgrades. Today, Domaine de Chevalier is renowned for both its red and white wines and remains family-run, with Olivier Bernard joined by his wife Anne and sons Adrien and Hugo.