90-93

Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2023 Virginie de Valandraud is bright, punchy and full of character. Crushed flowers, mint and spice weave through a core of layered red fruit. Floral overtones reappear to extend the beautifully persistent finish. There's terrific freshness here. Superb. 04/2024

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Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

A blend of 90% Merlot and 5% each Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2023 Château Valandraud Virginie De Valandraud has a rocking mix- of red, blue, and black fruits as well as graphite, crushed stone, and savory flowers. This medium to full-bodied, round, supple Saint-Emilion has a beautiful sense of elegance, fine tannins, and a great finish. 05/2024

90

Jean-Marc Quarin

Jean-Marc Quarin

Couleur sombre et belle. Joli nez très aromatique, fin, pur, sentant bon les fruits noirs. Bouche immédiatement hédoniste, se développant grasse, sur un corps fondant. Ce dernier prend de la puissance en finale, légèrement accompagné par une touche toastée, mais aussi beaucoup d'arômes. Assemblage : 90 % merlot, 10 % cabernet franc. Degré d'alcool : 14° - pH : 3,5. Rendement : 45 hl/ha. 04/2024

94-95

James Suckling

James Suckling

This shows depth and power, yet it comes across as elegant and refined, too. Medium- to full-bodied with an impressive structure that lasts long on the palate. The tannins are super-fine and pixelated. 90% merlot, 5% cabernet franc and 5% cabernet sauvignon. 04/2024