{"product_id":"chateau-valandraud-chateau-valandraud-2009-saint-emilion-bordeaux-france","title":"Château Valandraud – Château Valandraud 2009 – Saint-Émilion Bordeaux France","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Valandraud 2009 is a rich, polished Saint-Émilion built around Merlot, combining ripe dark fruit, violet-like floral detail, supple tannins, and a long, energetic finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍷 At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ Appellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2009\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 months in new oak\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, rich and structured Right Bank Bordeaux\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👃 Tasting Notes \u0026amp; Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe black cherry and blackberry with violet-like floral notes, spice and licorice\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generous red and black fruit with savory depth and freshness\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supple and concentrated, with polished tannins\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, energetic and persistent\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2009 vintage shows Valandraud’s opulent side while retaining enough freshness and structure to keep the wine composed rather than heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e❤️ Why We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• The 85% Merlot blend gives the wine depth and plushness without losing aromatic lift\u003cbr\u003e• Twenty-two months in new oak supports a polished, structured texture\u003cbr\u003e• The 2009 profile combines generous fruit with freshness through a long finish\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Beef tenderloin with mushroom jus\u003cbr\u003e• Roast lamb with herbs\u003cbr\u003e• Truffle risotto\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👤 Who This Wine Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✓ Saint-Émilion collectors who enjoy rich, Merlot-led Right Bank Bordeaux\u003cbr\u003e✓ Drinkers looking for ripe fruit, floral detail and polished structure\u003cbr\u003e✕ Not ideal if you prefer light-bodied, low-oak red wines\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Valandraud","offers":[{"title":"750 ml \/ 1 bottle","offer_id":48211463864372,"sku":"COL-VALANDRAUD-09","price":495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"750 ml \/ 7 bottles","offer_id":48211463929908,"sku":"COL-VALANDRAUD-09-7PK","price":3150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/1739\/2436\/files\/chateau-valandraud-2009-2000x2000_b3546d8d-97d6-4ba6-b177-555a7253504e.png?v=1787182282","url":"https:\/\/www.inbodega.com\/products\/chateau-valandraud-chateau-valandraud-2009-saint-emilion-bordeaux-france","provider":"InBodega","version":"1.0","type":"link"}