Domaine de Chevalier
Pessac Leognan Grand Cru Classé de Garves Blanc 2016
| Denomination | Pessac Léognan AOC |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Bordeaux (France) |
| Grape varieties | 70% Sauvignon, 30% Semillon |
| Aging | 16 to 20 months barrel ageing (35% new oak), 4 months bâtonnage (stirring of lees with a stick). |
| Year | 2016 |
| Product name | Pessac Leognan Grand Cru Classé de Garves Blanc 2016 |
| Color | Crystalline, pale gold colour. |
| Perfume | Intense, pulpy nose, fresh and complex. Aromas of grapefruit, orange, peach and mango blend with balsamic (pine) and mineral (quartz, flint) fragrances. All the terroir of Chevalier is revealed in this great nose. |
| Taste | On the palate, an exquisite and intense pulpy richness combines with a beautiful fruity acidity. A cocktail of spicy and soft white fruits releases very silky flavours. This sensation of sweetness reflects the perfect ripeness of the healthy fruit. The pulpiness of this wine leads to great purity and delicacy. Very elegant body. |
| Pairings | Ideal with fish dishes in sauce, white meat, cheese. |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Country | France |
Description
Pessac Léognan Grand Cru Classé de Graves still white, 13.5% ABV, produced by Domaine de Chevalier. Blend: 70% Sauvignon, 30% Semillon. 0.75L bottle, 2016 vintage. A white wine that embodies Bordeaux excellence, produced by a historic domaine with a history dating back to the 19th century. Intense, pulpy, intense, fresh, and complex nose. Aromas of grapefruit, orange, peach, and mango blend with balsamic (pine) and mineral (quartz, flint) notes. The entire Chevalier terroir is revealed in this magnificent nose. Crystalline, pale gold in color. On the palate, an exquisite and intense pulpy richness combines with a beautiful fruity acidity. A cocktail of spicy and soft white fruits releases very silky flavors. This sensation of sweetness reflects the perfect ripeness of the healthy fruit. The pulp of this wine lends it great purity and remarkable delicacy. It has a very elegant body. A wine of great finesse, perfect for pairing with rich fish dishes and hard cheeses.
Awards
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2016
96/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2016
98/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2016
92/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2016
92/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2016
94/100
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Details
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
12 - 14 °C.
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
Pairings
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| Name | Domaine de Chevalier Pessac Leognan Grand Cru Classe de Garves Blanc 2016 |
|---|---|
| Type | White still |
| Denomination | Pessac Léognan AOC |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 70% Sauvignon, 30% Semillon |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Vendor | Domaine de Chevalier |
| Soil composition | Gravel on clay-gravel subsoil. |
| Harvest | Sauvignon: 10 to 25 September; Semillon: 15 to 30 September. ed by hand, in small crates. The grapes are carefully selected in the vineyard, before and after destemming. |
| Wine making | Three vats (stainless steel, tulip concrete and wood), to optimise the selection of the plots, perfect the extraction and refine the blend. |
| Aging | 16 to 20 months barrel ageing (35% new oak), 4 months bâtonnage (stirring of lees with a stick). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |