2012 - Domaine de Chevalier Rouge, Pessac-Leognan

Country: France |
Region: Bordeaux |
Appellation: Pessac-Leognan |
Producer: Domaine de Chevalier |
Classification: Cru Classe |
Colour: Red |
ABV: 13.5% |
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Tasting Notes

93
Vinous Neal Martin - 27 Sep 22
The 2012 Domaine de Chevalier from magnum is very similar to the bottle on the nose with lovely loamy, red berry fruit. Very fine definition. The palate is well balanced with fine-boned tannins and well-judged acidity. There is an almost Burgundy-like texture towards the finish that lingers long in the mouth. Certainly, this larger format shows better than the bottle at the moment. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's Ten-Year On tasting.
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2045
92
The Wine Independent Lisa Perrotti-Brown - 16 Feb 23
The 2012 Domaine de Chevalier Rouge is medium to deep garnet-purple colored. Plum preserves, baked blackberries, and dried mulberries jump from the glass with hints of unsmoked cigars and smoked meats. The medium-bodied palate has a firm, grainy texture with lovely freshness and a good amount of maturing fruit, finishing on a stewed tea note.
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2034
91
Inside Bordeaux Jane Anson - 30 Mar 22
This is enjoyable, heading towards tertiary flavours with melted tannins, and layers of cigar box, salted caramel, blackberry and blueberry fruits. Has grip through the core but is welcoming rather than overly concentrated at this point. Tasted out of magnum. An estate that offers excellent consistency, and it is an easy 2012 to recommend.
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2036