Jeb Dunnuck: 95 Points
(4/11/2022) "Mostly Merlot (there's roughly 20% Cabernet Franc), the 2019 Chateau Valandraud Virginie De Valandraud from the Thunevin team reveals a deep purple hue to go with a brilliant nose of spiced currants, black cherries, new saddle leather, Provencal herbs, and subtle floral nuances. It's rich, medium to full-bodied, and flawlessly balanced on the palate, with gorgeous tannins and a great finish. It's the finest vintage for this cuvee I've tasted, surpassing the 2015, 2016, and 2018. It's going to drink brilliantly for 20 years or more. Maturity 2022 - 2042."
Vinous, Antonio Galloni: 94 Points
(1/2022) "The 2019 Virginie de Valandraud is wonderfully deep and super-expressive. Red plum, raspberry jam, espresso, crushed rocks, rose petal, lavender and tobacco build into the richly textured, resonant finish. This explosive, flavorful Saint-Emilion has a ton to offer. Drinking Window 2026 - 2039."
