Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, France 2003 Bulgaria but some were planted as

but some were planted as long ago as 1919

The blend is Merlot dominant - 42% Merlot

Merlot from vines grown on Ferretto soils (reddish brown clay)

with fruit more redolent of figs/prunes

Domaine de Chevalier Blanc, Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, France 2003 Bulgaria but some were planted asDomaine de Chevalier dates back to the late 1600s. In recent times, it was purchased in 1983 by the Bernard family who implemented a range of improvements to the property, including the building of new winemaking facilities. Sustainable farming methods are employed at the chateau, with a small move towards biodynamic methods in portions of the vineyard. The Blanc is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon, typical of the Graves area. 7 hectares are