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Domaine de Chevalier Rouge 2003

Pessac-Leognan, Grand Cru Classé

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Tasting Notes

Right Bank consultant Stephane Derenoncourt was brought in as the lead consultant at this noble estate in Pessac-Leognan. As a result, the tannins are sweeter, the oak is more subtle and better integrated, and the wine is more textured and complex. An evolved, complex bouquet of black currants, forest floor, smoked herbs, and sweet cherries as well as currants emerges from the 2003. It displays supple tannin, medium to full body, beautiful purity, and a classic, elegant finish.

Score: 90

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2007-2019 30 April 2006

This looks to be a well-made wine with a dark ruby/purple-tinged color, better integration of new oak than I have seen in some other recent vintages, and a relatively broad attack with notes of vanilla, red and black currants, spice box, and earth. Its nice, plump texture is followed by a wine with good definition, moderate tannin, sweetness, and depth. If it puts on more weight, look for it to merit an outstanding score.

Score: 88 - 90

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2009-2020 30 April 2005

A soft, open-knit, evolved, sexy style of Domaine de Chevalier, the 2003 exhibits wood smoke, barbecue spice, and complex, jammy plum and cherry characteristics. More class and restraint are found on the palate in this medium-bodied, spicy, lightly tannic, low acid effort. Enjoy it over the next 10-12 years.

Score: 88 - 90

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2004-2016 30 April 2004