In Bond Fine Wine. 2022 La Chenade, Lalande de Pomerol, Bordeaux, France. Red Bordeaux in 6x75cl. Top critic score: 94/100 (JD). Drinking window: 2026–2036. Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Made by the talented Durantou family. La Chenade & Les Cruzelles are located in the Lalande de Pomerol appellation, a stone's throw from Eglise Clinet across the border in Pomerol. Les Cruzelles, from gravel and clay-rich soils, is more structured and ageworthy than La Chenade, which is juicy & expressive.
Antonio Galloni (AG) — 92/100 · Vinous, 28/01/2025 · Drink 2026-2037
The 2022 La Ch'nade is a gorgeous Lalande-de-Pomerol from sisters Noemie and Constance Durantou. A healthy dollop of Cabernet Franc (20%) lifts a core of Merlot fruit as this racy red opens in the glass. Dark cherry, blood orange, new leather and rose petal are some of the many nuances that take shape in the glass. La Ch'nade offers a striking combination of intensely ripe fruit and energy, all l…
Jeb Dunnuck (JD) — 94/100 · JebDunnuck.com, 27/02/2025
The 2022 Chateau La Chenade checks in as 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc that comes from nine hectares of vines and was brought up in 30% new French oak. Bight black cherries, a hint of cassis, graphite, and flowers all emerge from the glass, and it's beautifully textured, medium to full-bodied, and has a silky, graceful, yet still classic 2022 style.
William Kelley (WK) — 89–91/100 · Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com, 15/06/2023
The 2022 La Chenade reveals sweet aromas of cherries, berries, licorice and rose petals, followed by a medium to full-bodied, supple and seamless palate. This suave, charming, fruit-driven Lalande-de-Pomerol is more vibrant than its Saint-Emilion counterpart this year.