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Domaine de Chevalerie
Domaine de la Chevalerie
If you are seeking an escape from the homogeneity of modern red wines, then look no further. Domaine de la Chevalerie is deliberately different – eschewing both bland softness and new oak, in favour of traditional wines with potential for ageing. The Caslots of Chevalerie have long been recognised as one of the leading producers of Bourgeuil (see Hugh-Johnson et al). However, they have gone from strength so strength in recent years, twice winning the “Coup du Coeur” from Le Guide Hachette for the best wine of the Appellation. This success is vindication for the gutsy decision taken in 2001 to slash yields and renew a focus on quality. All yields were taken down from 55 to just 32 hectolitres per hectare! The estate now sells out quickly in every vintage. The grape variety (Cabernet Franc) and climate (Loire) make Bourgeuil a sort of stylistic half-way house between traditional-Bordeaux and Burgundy. As such, Chevalerie’s top-end wines from the great 2005 vintage compare very favourably to equivalents from those over-priced regions – do put some of these in your cellar.
Domaine de la Chevalerie Ca Profite 2006 Bourgueil
Domaine de la Chevalerie Ca Profite 2006 table
Vintage
 2006
 Domaine de la Chevalerie Ca Profite 2006
Region Touraine district of the Loire Valley, north of Chinon
Colour/Style Dry red - medium bodied.
Grapes 100% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 12.5%
Food Grilled meats, hard cheeses, savoury pasta or rice dishes
Next day
Even better
Drink Now, or over the next 3 years
Medium cherry red, paling to a pink rim. The nose displays aromas of raspberry and redcurrant, with notes of freshly dyed leather and pencil shavings. The palate is full of fresh, juicy red fruit flavours with a sweet and sour black cherry quality and a chocolatey, savoury richness - pronounced, but elegant tannins are married to refreshing, mouth-watering acidity. Comparatively, think Cru beaujolais with extra layers of tannin and cherry skins. Lovely stuff, and essence of Cabernet Franc. Interesting label - some might think it tacky, although it has a certain French quaintness about it!
 
Price:  £6.99 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Domaine de la Chevalerie Cuvée du Peu-Muleau 2001 Bourgueil
Domaine de la Chevalerie Cuvée Peu-Muleau 2001 table
Vintage
 2001
 Domaine de la Chevalerie Cuvée Peu-Muleau 2001
Region Touraine district of the Loire Valley, north of Chinon
Colour/Style Dry red - medium-to-full bodied.
Grapes 100% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 12.5%
Food Grilled/roasted meats, stews, game
Next day
Drinks very well next day
Drink Now, or over the next 5 years
Medium purple core, fading to a dark pink rim. The nose has raspberry, strawberry, cigar box and smoky oak aromas. The palate has blackcurrant, strawberry and cherry fruit flavours with soft, mature tannins and excellent acidity. With time in the glass, cedary aromas develop and the overall impression is quite Bordeaux-like. Decant several hours before serving, to allow the aromas and flavours to develop.
 
Price:  £8.45 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Domaine de la Chevalerie Galichets 2005 Bourgueil
Domaine de La Chevalerie Galichets 2005 table
Vintage
 2005
 Domaine de la Chevalerie Galichets 2005
Region Touraine district of the Loire Valley, north of Chinon
Colour/Style Dry red - full bodied.
Grapes 100% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 13.5%
Food Grilled/roasted meats, stews, game
Next day
Drinks very well next day
Drink Now, or over the next 5 to 10 years
A deep purple (almost opaque) core leads to a narrow rim - this is a big, concentrated wine. The nose offers a huge whiff of raspberry, blackcurrant and dark cherry aromas, with a touch of cedar/pencil shavings. The palate is dense and rich, with bags of sweet, ripe fruit flavours. There are some healthy tannins here, but they are so ripe that it is delicious to drink already. Overall, there is great balance between sweetness of fruit and tannin, with lovely fresh acidity. Beef or lamb would be my pick for food matching, or perhaps some cheese or cured pork sausage.
 
Price:  £9.95 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Domaine de la Chevalerie Busardieres 2005 Bourgueil
Domaine de La Chevalerie Busardieres 2005 table
Vintage
 2005
 Domaine de la Chevalerie Busardieres 2005
Region Touraine district of the Loire Valley, north of Chinon
Colour/Style Dry red - full bodied.
Grapes 100% Cabernet Franc
Alcohol (a.b.v)
 13.5%
Food Grilled/roasted meats, stews, game
Next day
Drinks very well next day
Drink Now, or over the next 10 years or more
Another almost opaque wine. Velvety and rich, with savoury and dark chocolate flavours complimenting black cherry and blackcurrant fruit. Yet more flavours reveal themselves with time in the glass, including notes of cinnamon, cloves and sichuan peppercorns. Monumental depth of flavour, great length, yet wonderful finesse. Faultless, stunning wine!
 
Price:  £14.95 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

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Minimum order value, delivery charges and times
The minimum order value is £50 (plus the delivery charge). You may of course choose a mix of any wines in our range. Orders between £50 and £175: delivery charge is £6. Orders over £175: delivery is free! (If your order is over £175, please remember to change the delivery charge in checkout to £0.00). Please note: Delivery to non-mainland addresses (Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, etc.) is usually possible, but may not be on a next-working-day basis. It is also more expensive than delivery to mainland addresses, so will be charged at cost (for orders under £175) but with a small discount for orders over £175 - please call us for a quote.
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