Chateau Valandraud
Château Valandraud is a prestigious winery in the Saint-Émilion region of Bordeaux, founded by Jean-Luc Thunevin and Murielle Andraud in 1989. At the time, it was considered a "garage winery," meaning that wine production was small-scale, with a focus on meticulous attention to detail. Though its beginnings were modest, Valandraud gradually gained immense recognition, largely due to Thunevin's innovative approach, which often disrupted the traditional wine-making norms of Bordeaux. In 2012, the winery earned the prestigious classification of Premier Grand Cru Classé B.
Valandraud specializes primarily in red wines, particularly from the Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon varieties. These wines are renowned for their depth, richness of flavor, and elegance. Thanks to his unconventional methods, Thunevin earned the nickname "enfant terrible" of Bordeaux.
One of Château Valandraud's unique products is the sparkling wine "Bad Girl," a Crémant de Bordeaux. This wine is produced using the traditional method, blending Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Semillon. "Bad Girl" is fresh, with fine bubbles and fruity notes, and its name reflects Thunevin's playful and provocative nature, unafraid to experiment and break established conventions.
Château Valandraud thus stands not only as a symbol of innovation but also as proof that with a non-traditional approach, one can achieve global success.
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