2022 Domaine de Chevalier L'Esprit de Chevalier Blanc 6 bottles case

The 2022 L’Esprit de Chevalier Blanc is the refined second wine of Domaine de Chevalier, one of the most admired estates of Pessac-Léognan. Known worldwide for its exceptional white wines, Domaine de Chevalier has built a reputation for precision and longevity, crafting cuvées that rival the very best of Bordeaux. L’Esprit de Chevalier Blanc embodies this same spirit, offering a more approachable yet still highly distinguished expression of the estate’s terroir.

The 2022 vintage is a blend of 70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Sémillon, harvested by hand from gravel and clay-limestone soils. A warm growing season produced fruit of exceptional ripeness, balanced by the natural freshness of the terroir. Vinification took place in oak barrels, a portion new, with careful lees stirring to enhance texture and aromatic complexity.

In the glass, the wine shines with a pale golden hue and a bouquet of white peach, pear, and citrus blossom, lifted by notes of honeysuckle and fresh herbs. Secondary and tertiary nuances of flint, beeswax, almond, and subtle toast add depth and refinement. On the palate, it is vibrant and crystalline, with bright acidity, a creamy mid-palate, and a long, mineral-driven finish that reflects its Graves origins.

Critics have praised the 2022 L’Esprit de Chevalier Blanc for its precision, freshness, and charm, calling it one of the finest white second wines of Bordeaux. Perfect to enjoy in its youth for its vivid fruit and energy, it also has the capacity to develop further complexity over the next decade.