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Chevalier, the white knight and the red
Possibly the finest white wine of all France, Chevalier Blanc is remarkable for having a little known cousin, a red Chevalier that stands up to many of the fine wines of the Médoc
Reds
2003 (2005) Dense, oaky nose. Supple, lush, quite tannic, hefty fruit; well balanced despite modest acidity and length. 16.5
2002 (2005) Sweet if muted nose. Rich, juicy, supple, concentrated, with fine acidity and length. 17.5
2001 (2005) Rich, oaky, powerful nose, blackcurrant. Lush, succulent, concentrated and delicious; stylish and balanced. 17.5
2000 (2005) Fleshy, smoky aromas. On the palate the spiciness and fine acidity brighten the supple texture; forward, but taut and long. 17.5
1998 (2005) Discreetly oaky nose. Sumptuous and suave, concentrated with welcome spiciness and a long savoury finish. 16.5
1995 (2000) Very elegant, red-fruits nose. Medium-bodied but finely balanced, with delicious fruit and supple tannins. 16.5
1990 (1998) Rich, oaky nose. Soft and silky. Perhaps lacks some grip and depth – yet persistent. 16.5
1989 (2005) Rich nose, tobacco and cloves. Tight, concentrated, smoky, spicy, yet discreet and stylish, with exceptional length. 17.5
1985 (2005) Ripe, opulent nose, a bit meaty. Intense, even peppery; good acidity, yet lacks some finesse. 16.5
1983 (2003) Delicate raspberry and blackcurrant nose. Lean, redcurranty. Quite high acidity gives freshness, but mature. 16
1979 (2003) Firm, somewhat earthy Graves nose. Rich, but elegant and graceful, with fine tannins and good length. 16
1978 (2000) Light but sweet and graceful nose. Medium-bodied. Somewhat ethereal now but still has some vigour and length. 16
1970 (2000) Sweet, cedary nose. Rich, even robust, concentrated and elegant, holding up very well. 17
1955 (2005) Tobacco-scented nose. Concentrated, opulent. Still retains fine acidity; savoury finish. Still alive and kicking. 17.5
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