Description

En 1989, Jean-Luc Thunevin et son épouse, Murielle Andraud, ont acquis une petite parcelle de moins d'un hectare dans la vallée de Saint-Émilion et se sont lancés dans l'aventure Valandraud avec leur premier millésime en 1991. Depuis lors, ils ont acquis d’autres parcelles et propriétés, notamment à Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens, Saint-Émilion et Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse.

Fiche technique

Le domaine
Château Valandraud
Type de vin
Rouge
Millésime
2023
Alcool
14.0% vol.
Production
35 000 bouteilles.
Cépage
84% Merlot, 8% Cabernet franc, 8% Cabernet sauvignon
Origine
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru

Dégustation

Température de service
16 °C

Vignoble et élaboration

Description
Un seul vignoble à Saint-Étienne-de-Lisse.
Size
8,88 hectares.
Année de plantation
30 ans.
Sol
Argile calcaire.
Vinification
La vinification s'effectue dans des cuves inox, en bois et en béton à température contrôlée.
Elevage
De 24 à 36 mois en fûts neufs.

L'avis des experts

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.