- DOMAINE DE CHEVALIER Pessac-Léognan Red 2008 Score: 90-93
Very perfumed, with sweet tobacco and dark fruits. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, caressing finish. Racy and beautiful. Very fine. —J.S.
- DOMAINE DE CHEVALIER Pessac-Léognan White 2008 Score: 91-94
Very appley and melony, with hints of lemon and honey. Full-bodied,
with very crisp, bright acidity and notes of green apple. Superlively
and minerally.
Tight and racy. Powerful. —J.S.
- L'ESPRIT DE CHEVALIER Pessac-Léognan White 2008 Score: 86-89
Very fresh and clean, with mineral and apple and a hint of melon. Medium- to full-bodied, with very tangy acidity. —J.S.
- CHÂTEAU GUIRAUD Sauternes 2008 Score: 91-94
This shows wonderful spicy botrytis, tarte Tatin and dried pineapple
aromas and flavors. Full-bodied and medium sweet, with lots of spicy
and sweet character.
Long and flavorful. Very fine and beautiful. —J.S.
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