Ch Valandreaud 2023

1er Grand Cru Classé

Saint-Emilion

Vinous – Neil Martin – 95-97/100
The 2022 Valandraud was picked from 15 September to 5 October and
matured in 100% new oak. It has a pure and very opulent bouquet with
ravishing black cherries and crème de cassis scents, a touch of pressed
violets and dates. The palate is medium-bodied and hides the 15.5%
alcohol beneath its velvety texture. Plush red fruit, sweet and candied but
with counterbalancing spiciness and structure on the finish. This is a
Valandraud with a V12 engine. It will need several years in bottle. It
manages to maintain balance and purity, thankfully not imposing or
fatiguing unlike some others. Jean-Luc Thunevin has crafted an excellent
Saint-Émilion here.

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