L'Esprit De Chevalier Blanc 2016 (750ML)

93 JS / 92 JD / 91 WS / 90 VM / 90 WA

2nd wine of 99-pt 2016 Domaine de Chevalier Blanc

The intense, grassy and pithy-lemon aromas, as well as a swathe of fresh herbs, all make for an attractive young wine. The palate has mouthwateringly fresh, lemony acidity and delivers a very energetic, flavorful impression. Second wine of Domaine de Chevalier Blanc. A blend of 60 per cent sauvignon and 40 per cent semillon. Drink or hold. - James Suckling

The second wine of Domaine de Chevalier is no slouch and is well worth seeking out. The 2016 L'Esprit de Chevalier Blanc offers vibrant notes of white peach and citrus pith as well as a medium-bodied, fresh, crisp style on the palate. It has terrific balance and is a beauty. - Jeb Dunnuck

Fresh, with a racy honeysuckle and quinine frame around a core of lemon zest, white peach and star fruit notes. Stays crunchy and bright through the finish. Drink now through 2022. - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator

The 2016 Esprit de Chevalier has a focused, Golden Delicious apple and apricot blossom bouquet. The harmonious, well-balanced palate offers good weight and lovely orange zest and quince notes toward the classy finish. Excellent. - Neal Martin, Vinous Media

The 2016 L' Esprit de Chevalier Blanc features lemon meringue pie, lime cordial and orange blossoms scents with a touch of fennel seed. Medium-bodied, it fills the palate with mouthwatering citrusy layers, and a touch of savoriness comes through on the finish. - Lisa Perotti-Brown, Wine Advocate