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Château Valandraud 2016
€210.00 Incl. VAT
€240.00
€210.00 / Unit
Format : Bottle (75cl)
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Review by Robert Parker
Description
A Saint-Émilion wine of great finesse
The estate
Premier Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Émilion, Château Valandraud shines among the finest estates in the appellation.
The vineyard
This Saint-Émilion vineyard covers a total area of 7.15 hectares in production. With an average age of 30 years, the vines are planted on clay-limestone soils.
Winemaking and ageing
The wine is aged exclusively in new barrels for 24 to 36 months.
Blend
90% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Characteristics and tasting recommendations for Château Valandraud 2016
Tasting
Nose
Expressive bouquet with beautiful freshness.
Palate
The palate combines very fine tannins and beautiful concentration, culminating in a jammy finish.
