Château Valandraud 2018 - 75 cl

Name: Château Valandraud 2018 - 75 cl
Brand: Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Price: 1392.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Case made of wood, 6 bottles.

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Warehouses conditioned since the release of the domains, in wooden or original cardboard boxes, sealed to the property.

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Grape varieties and terroir

The Valandraud vineyard lies on clay-limestone and siliceous-gravel soils, characteristic of the great terroirs of Saint-Émilion. The 2018 blend is dominated by Merlot, accompanied by Cabernet Franc and a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon, giving the wine depth and complexity.

Tasting

Color: Deep red with garnet reflections, intense and brilliant.

Nose: Notes of ripe black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry), sweet spices, licorice and subtle touches of cedar and dark chocolate.

Palate: Full and silky, with perfectly coated tannins, a beautiful mineral tension and a long, persistent and elegant finish.

Storage Potential

20-30 years old

Food and Wine Pairings

Perfect with roast rack of lamb, beef Wellington, game in sauce, or truffle-stuffed pigeon. It will also enhance mature hard cheeses.

Description

Château Valandraud, which became a Premier Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Émilion in 2012, symbolizes the success of a "garage wine" that has become an icon of the Right Bank. Founded by Jean-Luc Thunevin, this estate is renowned for its powerful, distinguished, and highly complex wines. The 2018 vintage is a superb example of mastery, offering a remarkable balance between aromatic intensity, rich texture, and freshness.

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Characteristic	Detail
Name	Château Valandraud 2018
Region	Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux
Appellation	AOC Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
Grapes	90% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon
Wine type	Red wine
Color	Deep red with garnet reflections
Nose	Black fruits, spices, licorice, cedar, chocolate
Palate	Ample, silky, elegant tannins, long finish
Aging	24-30 months in new barrels
Cellaring potential	20-30 years
Food & wine pairing	Lamb, beef, game, truffle pigeon, aged cheeses
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Volume	75 cl
Tasting note	Powerful and refined wine, with a velvety texture and exceptional aging potential