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Domaine de la Chevalerie, Breteche Bourgueil, 2014 so101723 geek eastern europe offer For those who appreciate spiritsA decade of bottle age reveals what great Bourgueil can become. The Caslot family has farmed this estate since 1640, and their deep knowledge shows in wines built for aging. Bretche, from a single hillside parcel, has developed the savory complexity and silky texture that make aged Cabernet Franc so captivating. At ten years old, this 2014 is drinking beautifullytannins softened to velvet, with notes of dried herbs, tobacco leaf, and dark fruit. A