Château Valandraud 2009
325.52₣ (Exc. VAT bot. 75 cl.) / Switzerland
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Tasted blind at the Valandraud vertical at the property, the 2009 Valandraud is a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc matured in 100% new oak for 22 months. It has a more opulent, ravishing, Rubenesque bouquet than the outstanding 2008 Valandraud (as you would expect); layers of viscous black cherry and raspberry fruit, orange pith, over-ripe Satsumas and crushed violet. The palate is medium-bodied with sweet tannin and plenty of luscious ripe red and black fruit. The alcohol seems nicely contained with a slightly cloying blueberry and raspberry finish that leaves a tang of licorice on the aftertaste. Decadent but irresistible. Tasted December 2016.
Features
Type of wine
Pairings
Style
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Appellation
Alcohol
15.0%
Grapes
Serving
Between 14ºC and 16ºC
Winemaking
Malolactic fermentation and ageing for 18 to 30 months in new French oak barrels.
Shipping to Switzerland
50% discount on orders over 375.46₣*Estimated transit time: 6-7 working days.
| Bottles | Price | Over 375.46₣* |
|---|---|---|
| 1-6 | 37.08₣ | 18.54₣ (-18.54₣) |
| 7-12 | 46.75₣ | 23.37₣ (-23.37₣) |
| 13-18 | 50.12₣ | 25.06₣ (-25.06₣) |
| 19-24 | 56.13₣ | 28.07₣ (-28.07₣) |
| 25-30 | 67.21₣ | 33.60₣ (-33.60₣) |
| 31-36 | 81.57₣ | 40.78₣ (-40.78₣) |
| 37-42 | 89.64₣ | 44.82₣ (-44.82₣) |
| 43-48 | 131.22₣ | 65.61₣ (-65.61₣) |
| 49-54 | 133.57₣ | 66.79₣ (-66.79₣) |
| 55-60 | 139.86₣ | 69.93₣ (-69.93₣) |
| VAT not included | ||
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