Domaine De Chevalier Domaine De Chevalier 2008 brand_Chateau Les Fougeres I expect the 2014 will

I expect the 2014 will require at least a handful of years to shed some tannin and start showing some of its inherent inner sweetness

Bursting with aromas of citrus zest

which intertwine with traces of burning wood and a little pepper

but still smooth and went well with the pastas

our Merlot satisfies with notes of black fruit

Domaine De Chevalier Domaine De Chevalier 2008 brand_Chateau Les Fougeres I expect the 2014 willIt took longer to judge the quality of the red wines. This was because; although alcoholic fermentation was completed without any problems; malolactic fermentation tended to take an extremely long time; which delayed initial tastings prior to blending. These tastings nevertheless showed the 2008 red wines to have an intense color; amazing fruit; good structure; and tannic freshness worthy of great Bordeaux in a good vintage.