Verkostungsnotizen
Vinous 88
(a blend of 65% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot and 5% cabernet franc; 13% alcohol): Bright medium red. Reticent aromas of cassis, dark cherry and pungent, resiny oak. Juicy and penetrating, with firm acidity giving clarity to the cassis, mint and herb flavors. Finishes with light, dusty tannins and good persistence, if a bit monolithic and simple. This has improved slightly from the early years, when I doubted it would ever make it beyond the 86-87 range.
Robert Parker 93
The Domaine de Chevalier has a more introverted, but no less compelling nose compared to the Haut-Bailly with wonderful definition and clarity. Bright red-berried fruits, coconut, raspberry leaf and orange zest with cedar coming through with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied, beautiful tannins, lovely focus and breeding here. It has a Burgundy-like purity to it, oozes finesse on the finish. Superb. Drink now-2018. Tasted June 2009.
Anticipated maturity: 2009-2018
