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98 Tb points
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Wine Description
The Story
To say Château Valandraud has an unusual history is a massive understatement. This unique estate was built completely from scratch, fueled by the sheer passion and grit of its self-taught founder, Jean-Luc Thunevin—a former banker and Saint-Émilion wine merchant—and his wife, Murielle Andraud.
Determined to make wine strictly on their own terms, the couple started small, buying a tiny 0.6-hectare plot in Saint-Émilion’s Fongaban valley. Th...
Vintage 2023
Challenges and triumphs: the 2023 vintage in Bordeaux
The Bordeaux wine region has long been revered for its exceptional wines, shaped by a delicate dance between nature and human skill. However, the 2023 vintage was proof of the resilience and adaptability of winegrowers in the face of difficult weather conditions. From the relentless weather conditions to the current activity in the vineyards in November, this year has been a rollercoaste...
