2024 Valandraud Blanc
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Tasting notes
Based on 55% Sauvignon Gris, 40% Sauvignon Blanc, and 5% Sémillon, aged in 80% new barrels, the 2024 Château Valandraud Blanc reminds me of Pavillon Blanc from Château Margaux with its citrus, mint, floral, and crushed stone aromatics. Medium-bodied and concentrated, it has a gorgeous mineral character and riveting length on the finish.
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Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux
Neal Martin, Vinous
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Based on 55% Sauvignon Gris, 40% Sauvignon Blanc, and 5% Sémillon, aged in 80% new barrels, the 2024 Château Valandraud Blanc reminds me of Pavillon Blanc from Château Margaux with its citrus, mint, floral, and crushed stone aromatics. Medium-bodied and concentrated, it has a gorgeous mineral character and riveting length on the finish.
Races out with vibrant notes of fresh grapefruit and lemongrass, plus hints of lime blossoms, crunchy pears, and fennel seed. Medium-bodied, the palate is racy and intense with loads of spicy sparks on the finish.
About the producer
One of the first garage wines, Ch. Valandraud was created by Jean-Luc Thunevin – Saint-Emilion’s “bad boy”. Today the style of the wine is much more restrained, and officially classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé B estate.