{"product_id":"chateau-valandraud-chateau-valandraud-2016","title":"Chateau Valandraud Chateau Valandraud 2016","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChateau Valandraud Chateau Valandraud 2016\u003c\/b\u003e embodies the groundbreaking philosophy of Jean-Luc Thunevin, who pioneered the modern micro-cru style on the right bank of the Gironde with this small plot. The 2016 vintage is considered excellent in Saint-Émilion and offered ideal ripening conditions, resulting in remarkable fruit intensity. The estate cultivates only three hectares of its own land, processes each grape parcel separately, and largely foregoes technical interventions during vinification. This extreme attention to detail ensures that, despite tiny yields, the result achieves immense charisma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTasting reveals a deep ruby-red glass and a complex bouquet of ripe plums, blackcurrants, and subtle woody notes. On the palate, the texture is incredibly smooth, supported by polished tannins and lively acidity, which gives the wine a powerful structure. The finish is long, echoing flavors of dark chocolate and noble spices. The optimal drinking maturity begins today and ideally lasts until 2038, as the compact vintage base suggests long longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor food, hearty meat-based main courses such as a rosemary-marinated rack or venison roast with earthy side dishes are particularly suitable. The firm tannin content harmonizes perfectly with protein-rich components, while aged hard cheese specialties elegantly complement the red wine's spicy profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chateau Valandraud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54471181467986,"sku":null,"price":109.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/9460\/2322\/files\/4393_2181459f6448.jpg?v=1788169938","url":"https:\/\/vinosas.com\/en\/products\/chateau-valandraud-chateau-valandraud-2016","provider":"VINOSAS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}