Valandraud 1er Grand Cru Classé Saint-Emilion, 2017

Valandraud 2017 is a standout Saint-Émilion wine from one of Bordeaux’s most acclaimed modern estates, now recognized at the level of Premier Grand Cru Classé. It combines the concentration and precision that made Valandraud famous with the elegance expected from a top Saint-Émilion vintage, making it a compelling choice for collectors and lovers of opulent Right Bank reds.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it typically shows a deep, inky ruby color with impressive density. The nose is layered and expressive, offering dark berries, plum, violets, cocoa, pencil shaving, and subtle spice, with the kind of aromatic depth that unfolds beautifully in the glass. On the palate, expect a rich, polished texture with ripe black fruit, silky tannins, and fine mineral freshness balancing the wine’s natural power. The finish is long and nuanced, with notes of cassis, cedar, espresso, and sweet spice. Built to age gracefully, Valandraud 2017 should reward cellaring for many years, gaining complexity and softness over time.

Production
Produced in Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, Valandraud benefits from the region’s clay-limestone terroir, which helps give the wine both richness and freshness. The estate is known for meticulous vineyard work and careful harvesting, with fruit typically picked at optimal ripeness and vinified using precision-focused methods to preserve purity, structure, and aromatic intensity.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with premium cuts of beef, lamb, duck breast, game dishes, and truffle-based preparations. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for at least 1–2 hours if drinking young to allow the wine to open fully and show its best structure and aromatics.

Producer
Valandraud is one of the most famous names in Saint-Émilion’s modern wine history, founded by Jean-Luc Thunevin and Murielle Andraud. Once considered a pioneer of the Bordeaux garagiste movement, the estate has earned international recognition for its quality and ambition, culminating in its elevation to Premier Grand Cru Classé status. It remains a benchmark for contemporary, meticulously crafted Right Bank Bordeaux.

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