Descripción

En 1989, Jean-Luc Thunevin y su mujer, Murielle Andraud, adquirieron una pequeña parcela de menos de una hectárea en el valle de Saint-Émilion y comenzaron la aventura Valandraud con su primera añada en 1991. Desde entonces, han adquirido otras parcelas y propiedades, sobre todo en Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens, Saint-Émilion y Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse. 

Ficha técnica

La bodega
Château Valandraud
Tipo
Tinto
Añada
2023
Grado
14.0% vol.
Producción
35.000 botellas.
Variedad
84% Merlot, 8% Cabernet franc, 8% Cabernet sauvignon
Origen
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru

Cata

Temperatura de servicio
16 ºC

Viñedo y elaboración

Descripción
Un único viñedo en Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse.
Superficie
8,88 hectares.
Edad
30 años.
Suelo
Arcillo calcáreo.
Vinificación
La vinificación se realiza en depósitos de acero inoxidable, madera y hormigón termorregulado.
Envejecimiento
De 24 a 36 meses en barricas nuevas.

Opinión de los críticos

James Suckling:

As always, Valandraud is defined by its concentration, opulence and depth, and 2023 is no exception. Expect masses of ripe but fresh blackberries, licorice, dark chocolate, hazelnuts and some pepper. Structured and full-bodied, with tight, fine-grained tannins and a juicy, intense finish. Glossy and layered, with voluptuous fruit. Modern and extremely long, lasting more than a minute. Big but not heavy. Drink from 2027.

Wine Enthusiast:

Fine black fruit and licorice aromas introduce a wine with rich tannins and great concentration. It is powerfully dense, full of black plum and berry fruits, and is solid as well as fruity. It is sure to have a fine, aging future. — Roger Voss

Decanter:

Punchy and alive, this has an instant zing on the palate, fresh and forward. Gorgeous green apple, mouthwatering acidity but also has a soft sweetness to it, clean precise and focused but this is so drinkable. Great energy and elegance. A wonderful wine. Lovely clarity and ease of drinking. Ends a touch mineral with a tiny bitter orange fleck. Seek this out.