2024, Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, PESSAC-LÉOGNAN, Grand Cru Classé des GravesBordeaux Blend: Sauvignon Blanc, Smillon. One of the truly great names of dry white Bordeaux. Chevalier Blanc has a loyal following and is a wine with an amazing ability to age despite being attractive in its youth. 75% Sauvignon Blanc with 25% Semillon this year. The 2024 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc has impressive intensity on the nose with scents of apple blossom, orange cordial and hints of yellow flowers. It unfolds wonderfully in the glass. The

The 2020 Belair Monange has also turned out nicely in bottle

Give it two or three years

The 2022 Volnay Les Caillerets 1er Cru contains more than two-thirds whole bunches

The finished blend of the domaine’s St-Joseph is likely to be neat

vibrant and lively

much fuller deep raspberry notes

with hints of orange pith

spice and cassis

waves of agrume (citrus) flavours

fresh and vibrant mid-palate

delivering aromas of blackberries

The power of limestone in hot vintages on display