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Domaine de Chevalier Blanc Pessac Léognan 2016
Vintage Character
Domaine de Chevalier Blanc Pessac Léognan 2016 draws its balance from a season of contrasting water supply. Persistent rain from winter into June replenished reserves before an exceptionally dry period from July to mid-September. The estate associated that dry spell with richness and power, but the arrival of rain on 13 September refreshed the vines and helped ripening continue. White-grape picking extended through September, with Sauvignon and Sémillon gathered as they reached maturity. The ensuing fine weather supported an expression that combines ripe, fleshy fruit with lively acidity, rather than allowing the summer's concentration to produce a heavy white wine.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Grapefruit and orange mingle with peach and mango, while hints of pine and flint give the bouquet a distinctive aromatic outline. The palate is generous and pulpy, yet its fruit is held by an energetic thread of acidity. Silky texture and delicate spice carry into a persistent finish, where richness and precision remain in balance. The impression of sweetness comes from ripe fruit rather than a sweet-wine style. Roast turbot, lobster with a light butter sauce, or chicken with morels would complement the depth and texture without distracting from its citrus-led freshness.
Winery Background
The estate appears on Pierre de Belleyme's eighteenth-century map and has been run by Olivier Bernard since the Bernard family's purchase in 1983. Its white wine is based on Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon grown over gravel and clay-gravel subsoil. Hand harvesting in several passes allows selection at appropriate ripeness. The wine is fermented in barrels, then matured in oak with lees stirring to develop texture. This patient, selective handling is consistent with the domaine's emphasis on balance, preserving freshness and detail while building the depth associated with its dry white wine.
Domaine de Chevalier Blanc Pessac Léognan 2016 draws its balance from a season of contrasting water supply. Persistent rain from winter into June replenished reserves before an exceptionally dry period from July to mid-September. The estate associated that dry spell with richness and power, but the arrival of rain on 13 September refreshed the vines and helped ripening continue. White-grape picking extended through September, with Sauvignon and Sémillon gathered as they reached maturity. The ensuing fine weather supported an expression that combines ripe, fleshy fruit with lively acidity, rather than allowing the summer's concentration to produce a heavy white wine.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Grapefruit and orange mingle with peach and mango, while hints of pine and flint give the bouquet a distinctive aromatic outline. The palate is generous and pulpy, yet its fruit is held by an energetic thread of acidity. Silky texture and delicate spice carry into a persistent finish, where richness and precision remain in balance. The impression of sweetness comes from ripe fruit rather than a sweet-wine style. Roast turbot, lobster with a light butter sauce, or chicken with morels would complement the depth and texture without distracting from its citrus-led freshness.
Winery Background
The estate appears on Pierre de Belleyme's eighteenth-century map and has been run by Olivier Bernard since the Bernard family's purchase in 1983. Its white wine is based on Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon grown over gravel and clay-gravel subsoil. Hand harvesting in several passes allows selection at appropriate ripeness. The wine is fermented in barrels, then matured in oak with lees stirring to develop texture. This patient, selective handling is consistent with the domaine's emphasis on balance, preserving freshness and detail while building the depth associated with its dry white wine.
Product details
Wine TypeWhite
WineryDomaine de Chevalier
Grape VarietiesSauvignon Blanc, Sémillon
WinemakerOlivier Bernard
CountryFrance
Expert Rating—
RegionBordeaux
SweetnessDry
Sub-regionPessac Léognan
Alcohol Level13.5
Classification (Ranking)Grand Cru Classé
Format750ml
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