2012 Virginie de Valandraud Blanc
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The 2012 Virginie de Valandraud Blanc is bright, crystalline and focused, with lovely floral and citrus-inflected notes and a personality that emphasizes freshness. The blend is 50% Semillon, 30% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Sauvignon Gris. This is a gorgeous white to drink over the next few years.
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Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
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Far more interesting is the more honeyed, hazelnut and orange-scented and flavored 2012 Virginie de Valandraud. It cuts a bigger swath across the palate and reveals more depth and richness. Enjoy both wines over the next 5-6 years.
50% is barrel fermented but no new oak. Very pale lemon. Fine ripe citrus with the merest hint of pineapple. Attractive slight grip and freshness. Bright and very fresh. (JH)
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.