Blanc de Valandraud 2023

Characteristics and tasting tips for Blanc de Valandraud 2023

Tasting

Marked by a beautiful vivacity, this 2023 vintage exhales a rich and fruity aromatic palette, with aromas of pink grapefruit and tropical fruits.

The freshness and precision of a dry Bordeaux White wine

The property

First Grand Cru Classé of Saint-Émilion, the Château Valandraud shines among the most beautiful properties of the appellation.

The vineyard

Produced in Dry Bordeaux Whites, this Blanc de Valandraud is made from a 1.5 ha vineyard. The vines, averaging 20 years old, are planted on clay-limestone soil on south-west facing slopes.

Vinification and ageing

Manual harvesting (2 tries) followed by storage in a cold room before pressing. Long pressing (about 5 hours) before fermentation in barrels. The 10-month ageing on lees is carried out in barrels (80% new) and in terracotta amphorae (20%).

Blend

Sauvignon gris (53%), Sauvignon Blanc (40%) and sémillon (7%).