Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, Pessac Léognan, 2016
Gorgeous notes of sweet grapefruit, fine salt, citrus and peach emerge from the glass. On the palate this is a supple, charming effort from Olivier Bernard, neither his nor the vintage’s raciest efforts, but one sure to give good near-to-mid-term pleasure. Delivered with the gentlest of hands, a wine of texture and caress over racy line. 70% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Semillon from a 5 hectare plot.
critic reviews
The 2016 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc prances out with confident notions of lime cordial, orange blossoms, and grapefruit peel plus hints of struck flint, sea spray, and beeswax. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is wonderfully intense, with a satiny texture and oodles of freshness, finishing long with a compelling spiciness coming through.
The 2016 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc has a well-defined bouquet of white peach, apricot and light candle wax aromas and nicely integrated oak. The well-balanced palate leads with quince and orange peel on the entry, revealing a pleasant bitter undertow and fanning out with confidence toward the saline finish. Excellent. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting.