92 Robert Parker
Made from an unusual blend for this great estate, the 2013 Domaine de Chevalier is composed of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot (no Petit Verdot), and the total production was less than half of normal. The wine achieved 13% natural alcohol, but yields were frightfully low. The result is an outstanding effort in this frequently disappointing, average quality vintage. The wine possesses a deep plum/ruby color as well as a sweet bouquet of incense, charcoal, red and black currants, and loamy soil. Medium-bodied with good texture, depth and purity, sweet tannins, and present but unobtrusive acidity, it should drink nicely for 12-15 years. Once again, it proves that Domaine de Chevalier often accomplishes impressive things in so-called ""off"" vintages.<br/>Score: 90/92<br/>Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (214), August 2014<br/>
17 Rene Gabriel
Tiefes Purpur, satt in der Mitte, Granatschimmer am Rand. Süssliches Bouquet, rotes Kirschenkompott, Redcurrant-Pastillen, laktische Noten, er hat aber auch etwas Verspieltes in sich. Im Gaumen mit frischer Frucht, Veilchentöne, angenehmes Extrakt, dezent kernige Rasse im Innern zeigend. Nicht zu unterschätzender Wein mit einem Potential von gut 20 Jahren. warten (2018 - 2034)
91 Wine Spectator
This is nicely put together, with good flesh to the plum and blackberry fruit. Subtle toast and a hint of graphite checks in on the finish. A touch of plum skin pinches the finish, but this remains solid overall. —J.M.