Domaine de Chevalier Rouge 2015
Product Information
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Grape Variety 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot
Vintage 2015
ABV 13.5%
Experience one of the finest expressions of Bordeaux with the Domaine de Chevalier Rouge 2015, a Grand Cru Classé red wine from Pessac-Léognan. Sourced from a rare, 55-hectare vineyard nestled in gravel-rich soils with a clay subsoil, this vintage captures the essence of terroir-driven excellence.
Exceptional Vintage Conditions
The 2015 growing season delivered outstanding quality. Dry spring weather allowed for uniform flowering in late May and early June, setting the stage for a promising vintage. Though the summer was marked by drought and water stress, timely August storms revived the vines and ensured even ripening. The result? Small, thick-skinned grapes with concentrated flavours, perfect for crafting structured, balanced wines with aging potential.
Traditional, Meticulous Winemaking
Each grape was hand-harvested and double-sorted, first in the vineyard, then in the cellar. Fermentation took place in a mix of stainless-steel tanks, tulip-shaped concrete vats, and oak vats, allowing each plot to express its unique character. The wine was then aged in French oak barrels (one-third new) for 16–18 months, with regular lees stirring in the first 4 months to enhance mouthfeel and complexity.
“Deep garnet in colour, the 2015 Domaine de Chevalier Rouge needs a little coaxing to reveal notes of baked black cherries, redcurrant jelly, and plum preserves with suggestions of unsmoked cigars, tapenade, and rosehip tea. The medium-bodied palate has intense red and black berry preserves layers with a firm structure of grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long and perfumed. Drink 2024-2049.” 96pts Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, The Wine Independent, November 2022
Discover the elegance of Domaine de Chevalier Graves Cru Classé wine, a rare Bordeaux estate renowned for producing both exceptional red and white wines.
Located in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation, this historic vineyard has been crafting high-quality wines since 1865.
Now under the expert guidance of the Bernard family since 1983, Domaine de Chevalier has 35 hectares under vine, with 80% dedicated to red wine production. The red blend consists of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Franc, vinified in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats and aged in 50% new French oak barrels for 18 months.
Since the 1995 vintage, Domaine de Chevalier's red wines have shown remarkable improvement in complexity and structure, a transformation boosted by the appointment of renowned winemaker Stéphane Derenoncourt. With Olivier Bernard at the helm and Rémi Edange managing the vines and cellar, this estate is at the forefront of Bordeaux excellence.
Whether you are a wine collector or a Bordeaux enthusiast, Domaine de Chevalier offers an exceptional drinking experience and long-term aging potential.
