Domaine De Chevalier

Domaine de Chevalier, a Grand Cru Classé of Graves, is located about fifteen kilometers south of Bordeaux. It has been known since the early 16th century as “Chivaley,” meaning “knight” in Gascon. The estate is surrounded by a vast forest, providing it with a unique natural setting and benefiting from a microclimate and valuable biodiversity. The vineyard, all in one block, spans 67 hectares, with 7 hectares dedicated to white wine and 60 hectares to red wine. In 1983, the estate began a new and pivotal chapter with its acquisition by the Bernard family, one of the world leaders in the wine spirits market and a leading negotiator of fine Bordeaux wines. Under the leadership of Olivier Bernard, Domaine de Chevalier has undergone significant evolution. He indeed initiated major transformations, expanding, replanting, and modernizing the property. Buildings have been renovated and modernized, while others have been erected. A large barrel cellar has been built, along with several new vats. Everything has been rethought and executed in harmony with the functional beauty of the original architecture. The Domaine de Chevalier has resolutely committed to a rigorous environmental and ecological approach, adopting organic and biodynamic farming practices. This philosophy, centered on a profound respect for the terroir and ecosystem, translates into meticulous attention to every step of vine cultivation. This results in an exceptional quality of the fruit, the cornerstone of creating a great wine. It is in this intrinsic quality of the grape that the excellence and distinction of the Domaine’s wines primarily reside. Domaine de Chevalier red is one of the jewels among the classified great Bordeaux crus. The white is recognized as one of the greatest dry white wines in the world.