Chateau Valandraud 1995

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (95)

The wine exhibits an opaque purple color, and a sensational nose of roasted herbs, black fruits (cherries, currants, and blackberries), and high class toasty oak (the latter component is more of a nuance than a dominant characteristic). Very concentrated, with layers of fruit, glycerin, and extract, yet seamlessly constructed, this wine contains the stuff of greatness, and appears to be the finest Valandraud yet produced. The finish lasts for over 30 seconds. The wine's high tannin is barely noticeable because of the ripeness and richness of fruit.

Winespectator (93)

In-your-face red with lots of character. New wave Bordeaux. Best Valandraud yet. Dark in color, with complex aromas of berry, violet and new wood. Full in body, with velvety tannins and a long aftertaste of vanilla, coffee and cherries.

Rene Gabriel (20)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 20/20 points.

BOW (9)