Chateau Kirwan 2005 alterego complemented by well-integrated tannins and

complemented by well-integrated tannins and a touch of spice

The 2014 vintage involved meticulous hand-harvesting of grapes

allowing for a balance between preserving the fresh fruit characteristics and adding complexity through subtle oak influence

Aged hard cheeses (such as a 36-month Parmigiano-Reggiano or Comté) and thin slices of Iberico or Parma ham work wonderfully

Domaine de Chevalier’s vineyards span approximately 45 hectares

Chateau Kirwan 2005 alterego complemented by well-integrated tannins andWinery Background and History Chteau Kirwan, a distinguished Third Growth estate from the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, is situated in the Margaux appellation of the Mdoc region. The estates origins trace back to the 18th century when it was acquired by Mark Kirwan, an Irish merchant who expanded the vineyards and elevated the chteaus reputation. In 1925, the Schrder and Schler families, both renowned Bordeaux ngociants, acquired Chteau Kirwan. Under