Chateau Valandraud 'Virginie de Valandraud', Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2016 The Diver The 2016 Syrah Jaspis is

The 2016 Syrah Jaspis is intense

The precision of the Merlot fruit is offering a great attack on the palate

this wine is considered to be on the sweeter side of the Riesling spectrum

Heidi Schröck and her twin sons Johannes and Georg farm vineyards in a natural amphitheatre at Rust

Chateau Valandraud 'Virginie de Valandraud', Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2016 The Diver The 2016 Syrah Jaspis isWhile the tannins are firm, this wine's charm lies in its delicious black fruits and acidity, giving a streak of freshness to the solid texture and structure. This second wine of Chteau Valandraud is a fruity reflection of the more structured first wine. 94 Pts Wine Enthusiasts