Chateau Valandraud 1er Grand Cru Classe 2016

75cl

A highly rated vintage from Château Valandraud that is made from a blend of 10% Cabernet Franc and 90% Merlot picked between 5 October to 15 October for the last Cabernet Franc. It has a very mineral-driven bouquet thanks to the limestone soils. Aged in new barrels for a total of 24-26 months. Fantastic, fleshy tannins and is bound to reach its peak potential in a few years.

  • €310.00
Chateau Valandraud 1er Grand Cru Classe 2016

A highly rated vintage from Château Valandraud that is made from a blend of 10% Cabernet Franc and 90% Merlot picked between 5 October to 15 October for the last Cabernet Franc. It has a very mineral-driven bouquet thanks to the limestone soils. Aged in new barrels for a total of 24-26 months. Fantastic, fleshy tannins and is bound to reach its peak potential in a few years.

Fact Sheet
Fluid 75cl
Grape Variety 90% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Maturation Aged in new barrels for 24-36 barrels.
Alcohol % 14.5%
Country France
Region/AOC Saint-Emilion
Producer Château Valandraud
Awards and/or Press Quotes
Awards and/or Press Quotes 96/100 - Robert Parker 16.5/20 - J Robinson 95/100 - Decanter 98/100 - J Suckling 97/100 - Vinious