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VINUM: "Reiffruchtig, gelber Pfirsich, Honigmelone, florale Noten, steinige Untertöne; satter Gaumen, reichhaltig, rund, cremige Textur, gute Säure, der Wein zeigt viel Druck und bleibt dennoch elegant; sehr langer Abgang. Ausgezeichnet."
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THE WINE CELLAR INSIDER: "Flowers, pomelo, green apples, and honeysuckle fills the perfume. Round, lush, creamy, and yet fresh, there is wealth of ripe, pineapple, mango, tangerine, and lemon curd nuances on the palate that already taste, and show great. The wine blends 65% Sauvignon Blanc, and 35% Semillon, 14% ABV. Drink from 2025-2032."
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THE WINE ADVOCATE: "The 2023 L'Esprit de Chevalier Blanc, a blend of 65% Sauvignon Blanc and 35% Sémillon, exhibits aromas of lime tree leaves, confit citron, lemon and white flowers intertwined with an exotic touch, followed by a medium to full-bodied, textural and layered palate with fine-grained texture, bright acids and a concentrated, rich mid-palate that segues into a long, mineral and saline finish framed by gastronomic bitterness."
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DECANTER: "An excellent second wine, certainly lighter that the grand vin, but with plenty of lemon zest but also hints of tropical notes like mango and kumquat. Plenty of freshness and verve on the palate, with a length that surpasses some quality first white wines from Bordeaux."
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JEB DUNNUCK: JEB DUNNUCK:"Bright pear, citrus, and floral notes all emerge from the 2023 L'Esprit De Chevalier Blanc, a vibrant white from this brilliant estate that has a slightly fresher, more upfront style compared to the Grand Vin. I love its balance and would happily drink a bottle any time over the coming 5-7 years."
