98 Points
98 Points
97 Points
97 Points
97 Points

Domaine de Chevalier 2025

SKU: DDCR202570 UCNZ

$124.99

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Domaine de Chevalier is one of Bordeaux’s most revered estates, with a history dating back centuries and a reputation for producing some of the finest and most age-worthy wines in Graves.

Surrounded by forest in the heart of Pessac-Léognan, Domaine de Chevalier Rouge is celebrated for its balance of power and finesse, delivering deeply complex wines marked by elegance, freshness and exceptional longevity.

En Primeur Offer - Secure Bordeaux’s most sought-after wines before they’re bottled. This exclusive pre-release offers early access to top estates. Wines are expected to land in New Zealand by late 2028.

Critic Scores

98 // James Suckling

"The depth of fruit comes through clearly, with a medium body and plenty of berry, chocolate, walnut and bark aromas. Creamy and polished, with a lovely texture and a long and rather endless finish. Soft and precise. 65% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot and 5% petit verdot. - 97 to 98 Points - James Suckling"

98 // The Wine Cellar Insider

"Mesquite wood, black cherries, cigar box, blue fruits, espresso, and spice fill the aromatics. There is freshness, purity, and elegance here that is impossible to ignore. On the palate, the fruit is clean, with a smoky edge, a hint of spice, and a vibrancy that adds to the length and precision. Give it just a few years in the bottle, and this promises to be a beauty. According to Olivier Bernard, the key to the vintage was the warm, dry summer, followed by the refreshing September rains. The wine blends 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc.12.5% ABV, pH 3.71. Yields were 34 hectoliters per hectare. Harvest took place September 11-September 26. This is the earliest finish to a harvest in the history of Domaine de Chevalier. Drink from 2029-2060. - 96 to 98 Points - Jeff Leve"

97 // Alexandre Ma

"Impressive indeed. Domaine de Chevalier shows the strength of its late-ripening terroir in the 2025 vintage. The gravel soils rich in dark sands seem to release a quiet, almost enigmatic force under dry and hot conditions. The tannins are abundant, yet they remain silent, like a powerful figure standing in the shadows, allowing the fruit to take center stage. Bayberry juice unfolds gradually, while the sweet-sour profile of hawthorn confection builds layer by layer. A touch of red camellia rises through the middle, and a wisp of sandalwood, like drifting smoke, slowly disperses, leaving a subtle echo on the palate. Though 2025 is a vintage shaped by structure, what it ultimately delivers is a gentle, permeating sweetness that settles deep into the palate, understated yet impossible to ignore. This is the mark of true mastery, quietly held within. - 96 to 97 Points - Alexandre Ma"

97 // The Drinks Business

"(Pessac-Léognan; 63% Cabernet Sauvignon; 30% Merlot; 5% Petit Verdot; 2% Cabernet Franc; a final yield of 34 hl/ha; pH 3.71; 12.5% alcohol; tasted three times, including at the UGCB press tasting at the Cité du Vin). Gorgeous. Plump red berry fruits, freshly plucked and hulled - strawberry and raspberry, with a little mulberry, hazelnut shell and even a hint of frangipane. This is cool at the core and the product of a most gentle extraction. Crystalline and radiant when retasted at the UGCB press tasting. This is fresh but perfectly ripe and feels both vivid and lively on its feet. One of the most dynamic recent vintages of Domaine de Chevalier and one I love, though elévage will be important as this is lighter on its feet and does not have the density or viscosity of, say, 2022 or 2023. - 95 to 97 Points - Colin Hay"

97 // Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW

"Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2025 Domaine de Chevalier Rouge strides confidently out of the glass with notes of cassis and fresh plums, followed by hints of pencil shavings, wild sage, and lilacs. The medium-bodied palate is velvety and refreshing with black fruit and floral layers, finishing long and fragrant. The blend is 30% Merlot, 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Petit Verdot. The alcohol is 12.5% with a pH of 3.71. - 95 to 97 Points - Lisa Perrotti -Brown"

Product Details

Red

2025

Cabernet Blend

Domaine de Chevalier

Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, France

15 Plus Years

Cork

12.5%

750ml (Bottle)

En Premier

En Primeur
Delivery Late 2028

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Description
Domaine de Chevalier 2025 embodies the rich winemaking heritage of Bordeaux’s esteemed Pessac-Léognan appellation. Nestled amidst tranquil forests, this iconic estate is celebrated for crafting wines that perfectly blend power and finesse, resulting in exceptional complexity and elegance.

With a legacy dating back centuries, Domaine de Chevalier stands as one of Graves’ most respected estates, renowned for producing wines with remarkable age-worthiness and refined character. The 2025 vintage is a testament to this tradition, showcasing a vibrant balance of intense fruit concentration, bright acidity, and a velvety texture that foretells a long and graceful evolution.

This exclusive En Primeur offer grants rare early access to one of Bordeaux’s most coveted wines before bottling, providing a unique investment opportunity for those seeking premier growths from a celebrated vintage. Anticipated to arrive in New Zealand by late 2028, the Domaine de Chevalier 2025 promises to be a standout addition to prestigious collections.

The wine reveals a captivating aromatic complexity with layers of dark berries, subtle floral notes, and hints of spice and earth, all underpinned by structured tannins and a seamless, enduring finish. Its expression of the distinctive terroir of Pessac-Léognan marks it as a classic Bordeaux red, combining freshness with exceptional longevity.

Key attributes include:

Historic Bordeaux estate with centuries of excellence and a reputation for producing some of Graves’ finest and most age-worthy wines.

Located in the heart of Pessac-Léognan, surrounded by forest, offering a unique terroir that imparts elegance, balance, and complexity.

En Primeur pre-release access to one of Bordeaux’s most sought-after wines, with expected New Zealand arrival in late 2028.

Domaine de Chevalier 2025 is a refined expression of Bordeaux’s classic style, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts who value wines that develop beautifully over time while retaining vivacious freshness and structure.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

Domaine de Chevalier 2025 embodies the rich winemaking heritage of Bordeaux’s esteemed Pessac-Léognan appellation. Nestled amidst tranquil forests, this iconic estate is celebrated for crafting wines that perfectly blend power and finesse, resulting in exceptional complexity and elegance.

With a legacy dating back centuries, Domaine de Chevalier stands as one of Graves’ most respected estates, renowned for producing wines with remarkable age-worthiness and refined character. The 2025 vintage is a testament to this tradition, showcasing a vibrant balance of intense fruit concentration, bright acidity, and a velvety texture that foretells a long and graceful evolution.

This exclusive En Primeur offer grants rare early access to one of Bordeaux’s most coveted wines before bottling, providing a unique investment opportunity for those seeking premier growths from a celebrated vintage. Anticipated to arrive in New Zealand by late 2028, the Domaine de Chevalier 2025 promises to be a standout addition to prestigious collections.

The wine reveals a captivating aromatic complexity with layers of dark berries, subtle floral notes, and hints of spice and earth, all underpinned by structured tannins and a seamless, enduring finish. Its expression of the distinctive terroir of Pessac-Léognan marks it as a classic Bordeaux red, combining freshness with exceptional longevity.

Key attributes include:

Historic Bordeaux estate with centuries of excellence and a reputation for producing some of Graves’ finest and most age-worthy wines.
Located in the heart of Pessac-Léognan, surrounded by forest, offering a unique terroir that imparts elegance, balance, and complexity.
En Primeur pre-release access to one of Bordeaux’s most sought-after wines, with expected New Zealand arrival in late 2028.

Domaine de Chevalier 2025 is a refined expression of Bordeaux’s classic style, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts who value wines that develop beautifully over time while retaining vivacious freshness and structure.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Blueberry, Boysenberry, Herbal

Palate:

Blue Fruits, Cassis, Graphite

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

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