92 Von Wine Spectator
This is rather toasty, with macadamia nut and brioche notes, but still has good cut, with dried pineapple, fresh yellow apple and Cavaillon melon notes all backed by a twang of gooseberry on the finish. Shows weight but stays refreshing, with more tropical and salted butter notes in reserve for mid-term cellaring, after this absorbs its toast. Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Sauvignon Gris. Best from 2013 through 2018. 250 cases made. –JM
85 Von Robert Parker
Crisp, tart, with an almost lime-like greenness and zestiness, the Blanc de Valandraud No. 1 is an interesting but very high-acid example of dry white Bordeaux.
This is rather toasty, with macadamia nut and brioche notes, but still has good cut, with dried pineapple, fresh yellow apple and Cavaillon melon notes all backed by a twang of gooseberry on the finish. Shows weight but stays refreshing, with more tropical and salted butter notes in reserve for mid-term cellaring, after this absorbs its toast. Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon and Sauvignon Gris. Best from 2013 through 2018. 250 cases made. –JM