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 2021 Domaine de Chevalier Bordeaux Blend is a noteworthy wine from the Pessac-Léognan sub-region of Bordeaux, France. This red wine, produced by Domaine de Chevalier, is composed of a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot, and 5% Cabernet Franc. The wine is sealed with a cork closure and is currently undergoing organic conversion, with this vintage being 100% biodynamic in the vineyards.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine 94 points, describing it as having a "deep, complex bouquet with aromas of blackberries and blueberries mingled with spices, cigar wrapper, and coniferous forest floor." Reviewer Yohan Castaing highlighted its "medium to full-bodied, sweet and concentrated palate" and noted that it is "animated by bright acids and framed by fine, powdery tannins." He emphasized that this wine "will reward a bit of bottle age."

James Suckling gave an excellent review with a score of 96 points. He praised the wine's "pretty core of ripe fruit that shows licorice, blackberry, and some currant character." Suckling also noted its "very long" finish, with "fine tannins and plenty of energy."

Jane Anson, scoring it 94 points, described it as "great stuff, with momentum building from beginning to end," and highlighted the blend's "blueberry, black cherry fruits, delivered with an extra kick of licorice and chocolate." She mentioned that it "needs time to age" but will "reward a good five to six years in bottle."

Jeff Leve from TheWineCellarInsider.com rated it 95 points, calling it "medium-bodied, energetic, soft, elegant, and refined." He emphasized its "silky qualities blended with ample lift, purity and freshness," acknowledging the challenges of the 2021 vintage.

Jeb Dunnuck, who gave the wine 93 points, remarked on its "ripe currant and darker berry fruits" and "classy oak, graphite, and scorched earth nuances." He noted its "ripe tannins, integrated acidity, and a great finish."

Vinous' Neal Martin also awarded it 93 points, praising the "beautifully defined bouquet with blackberry, pencil box, and light oyster shell scents." He described the palate as "very well defined with a taut line of acidity," noting its "fresh and focused" character.

Decanter's review, scoring it 94 points, highlighted its "aromatic nose, perfumed black fruits, bramble tones, and a touch of sweet spice." The review praised its "good density and depth for the vintage" and noted that it has "good persistency and doesn't let up."

In summary, the 2021 Domaine de Chevalier Bordeaux Blend is a well-crafted wine that has garnered high praise across the board, with reviewers highlighting its complexity, balance, and potential for aging.