Olivier Bernard has this to say about his red wines: “Domaine de Chevalier rouge has good structure and a great deal of finesse, complexity, and aging potential – which does not exclude a smooth, fruity quality that makes it enjoyable in its youth. Always balanced, never aggressive, power is by no means the priority...”

Assistant General Manager, Rémi Edange adds: “Chevalier’s red wines are well-structured with round, very fine, tight-knit tannin... They are tremendously elegant and distinguished with a very long aftertaste and more delicacy than power...”

The 2019 Domaine de Chevalier Bordeaux Blend is a highly acclaimed red wine from the Pessac Leognan sub-region of Bordeaux, France. This vintage, produced by Domaine de Chevalier, features a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot, and 4% Cabernet Franc and is sealed with a cork. The wine has an alcohol content of 13.0%.

James Suckling awarded this wine a score of 97, highlighting its "beautiful, ripe redcurrants, bay leaf, violets, and raspberries on the nose." He described it as "full-bodied with firm and very tight tannins that are polished and layered," and noted the presence of "crushed stones" that complement the "beautiful blue fruit." Suckling advises to try this wine after 2026.

Similarly, Vinous reviewer Neal Martin also gave it a 97, praising its "precise and complex bouquet with blackberry, cedar, and tobacco scents," making it "thoroughly engaging." Martin remarked on its "medium-bodied" palate with "pliant tannins" and "exquisitely integrated oak," concluding that this wine is "outstanding."

The wine received another 97 from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, where William Kelley called it a "magical wine in the making." Kelley noted aromas of "wild plums, crushed blackcurrants, and violets" along with "hints of pencil shavings, subtle spices, and coniferous forest floor." He added that the wine is "exquisitely elegant and harmonious," recommending it as a "masterclass in what contemporary Bordeaux can deliver."

Jeb Dunnuck, also scoring it 97, described it as "unquestionably up with the crème de la crème of the vintage," and highlighted its "brilliant purity, ultra-fine tannins, flawless balance, and a great, great finish." He emphasized that it's a "gorgeous wine" with an "incredible sense of class, balance, and finesse."

Decanter gave the wine a score of 96, commending its "pure expression" and "delicious crunchy fruit." They appreciated its "structured and layered" nature with "great freshness and charm," and noted that it would be "excellent to age," describing it as an "absolute crowd pleaser."

Wine Enthusiast's Roger Voss also scored it 96, remarking on the "rich tannins beautifully polished by the 16 to 20 months in wood," and the "considerable potential" given by the black fruits from the 60% Cabernet Sauvignon. Wine Enthusiast suggests it will be ready from 2027.

Jane Anson rated the wine 95, noting its "waves of unfussy but powerful black fruit aromatics" and "density and complexity." She mentioned hints of "cocoa bean, tobacco, slate, truffle and smoked earth," and found it "hugely successful."

Lastly, Wine Spectator's James Molesworth gave it a 94, describing it as "very lush and forward" with a "lovely wave of warmed plum reduction, cassis, and blackberry preserve flavors." He suggests it will be best from 2023 through 2035.

In summary, the 2019 Domaine de Chevalier Bordeaux Blend is a highly praised and versatile wine with a promising aging potential, marked by its refined structure, elegant complexity, and harmonious finish.