Wine Notes
Domaine de Chevalier is one of the most reliable properties in the Graves region, and has been so for many years.
1975 was a one of the better years of the 70s and the top wines have lasted well.
Jancis said that this particular wine was a ‘bit of a bruiser’ about 10 years ago, so we’re confident that it’s still alive and kicking.
Labels are a bit bin soiled but that levels are good for their age.
Producer Notes
Being a Graves wine other than Haut-Brion makes life a little difficult in the heavily classified wine region of Bordeaux: you’re either Grand Cru Classe or you’re not. You only get a number in front if you’re in the Medoc, or you’re Haut-Brion, which seems a little unfair. So Domaine de Chevalier is a Grand Cru Classe and if it were in the Medoc, it would probably have a relatively low number, like 3eme.
As a result of this oversight, Graves is a good hunting ground for value in Bordeaux, and Domaine de Chevalier is one of the better bets.
The red and white wines are both very good and, if anything, the white is better.
The red blend is 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc; and the white blend is 70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Semillon.
The red is usually good for 20 years (and we have some 1975s which are still OK), and unusually the white ages exceptionally and good vintages can last as long as some Sauternes.
L’Esprit de Chevalier, a second red wine is also produced; and the wines of Clos des Lunes are also made at the chateau.
Delivery Notes
Please allow 2-3 working days for delivery of this wine.
Overseas deliveries can take longer.
For transfers under bond or to recover VAT on export, please contact us at [email protected].
Vintage Notes
1975 was a good vintage in Bordeaux
Other wines from Domaine de Chevalier
2000 Domaine de Chevalier: £135
2005 Blanc: £95
2008 Domaine de Chevalier: £98
2009 Domaine de Chevalier: £98
2011 Blanc: £91
2015 Domaine de Chevalier: £70
2018 Domaine de Chevalier: £81
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