Château de Valandraud 2003
| Distrikt | Saint-Émilion |
| Druvor | Cabernet Franc, Merlot |
| Årgång | 2003 |
| Fyllighet | 9 |
| Fruktsyra | 7 |
| Strävhet | 6 |
| Procucenter | Château de Valandraud |
| Artikelnr | Valandraud 501 |
| Lagerstatus | |
| Förpackningsmaterial | OWC trälåda |
| Fraktkostnad | 169:- |
| Avnjutes mellan | 2017 - 2027 |
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Grapes
80% Merlot & 20% Cabernet Franc
Tasting note
'Tasted blind at the Valandraud vertical at the property, the 2003 Valandraud did nothing to dispel my doubts about the longevity of this wine. It is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc matured in new oak for 20 months, actually the shortest duration from 2000 to date. It has a light and rather ephemeral bouquet that just seems to drift away in the (non-existent) breeze. Despite coaxing, this offers little compared to the 2002 or 2004 either side. The palate is medium-bodied with a rather chewy, meaty opening. There is dry fruit here that lacks joie-de-vivre, some presence but not life, and it feels bitter on the finish. It is simply a case of the merciless heat of the growing season vanquishing longevity. As such, given how many Valandrauds from mediocre vintages are maturing so well, I would consume bottles in the near future.'
Robert Parker Wine Advocate
