Parker about Domaine de Chevalier 1989
A dark plum/garnet color is followed by a perfume of black fruits, smoke, herbs, Chinese black tea, and vanilla. Medium-bodied with moderate tannin, the 1989 is less evolved than its younger sibling, the 1990. The finish reveals dry, astringent tannin.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux Pessac-Léognan |
Rebsorten | Cabernet Sauvignon 65%, Merlot 30%, Petit Verdot 5% |
Alkoholgehalt | 12.00% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Domaine de Chevalier, 102 Chem. de Mignoy, 33850 Léognan, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 1995 - 2035 |
Parker Punkte | 89 |
Jahrgang | 1989 |
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Domaine de Chevalier 1989

Domaine de Chevalier 1989 is an outstanding Bordeaux wine known for its exceptional quality and refinement. This vintage perfectly reflects the characteristics of its terroir and offers an unforgettable drinking experience.
On the nose, the Domaine de Chevalier 1989 presents an impressive array of aromas. Ripe dark fruits such as black cherries, blackberries, and cassis blend with subtle notes of cedarwood, tobacco, and a hint of spice, lending the wine depth and complexity.
On the palate, this wine is full-bodied and velvety, with excellent structure and silky tannins that are perfectly integrated. The fruitiness is rich and complex, accompanied by hints of vanilla and roasted coffee, which come from aging in oak barrels.
The finish is long and elegant, with remarkable freshness and complexity, indicating this wine's excellent aging potential. The Domaine de Chevalier 1989 is already a delight in its youth, but becomes increasingly interesting and impressive with increasing aging potential.
This wine is a truly remarkable example of Domaine de Chevalier's excellence and will delight wine lovers around the world.
Domaine de Chevalier
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Domaine de Chevalier is a renowned winery in the Bordeaux region, specifically in Pessac-Léognan. The estate is located southwest of Bordeaux in the commune of Léognan. The vineyards cover approximately 80 hectares and are planted on gravelly soils known for their drainage properties.
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