Château Hortevie
Château Hortevie Saint-Julien
3.8
Expert Rating
3.8
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Hortevie Saint-Julien is a highly regarded wine from the Saint-Julien appellation in Bordeaux, France. Produced from carefully selected grapes grown in the estate's vineyards, this wine showcases the unique terroir of the region. The vineyard features well-drained gravelly soil, which imparts elegance and structure to the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is known for its refined and balanced style, with notes of black fruits, spices, and a hint of earthiness.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château Hortevie Saint-Julien is a prestigious wine from the Saint-Julien appellation in Bordeaux, France.This wine is known for its elegance, complexity, and age-worthiness.
On the nose, Château Hortevie Saint-Julien offers enticing aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum, accompanied by hints of cedar, tobacco, and graphite. These aromas are a testament to the wine's maturity and the careful aging process it has undergone.
The palate of Château Hortevie Saint-Julien is rich and full-bodied, with velvety tannins that provide structure and balance. Flavors of dark fruits, such as black cherry and blackberry, dominate the palate, complemented by notes of vanilla, spice, and a touch of earthiness. The wine displays excellent depth and concentration, with a long, lingering finish.
Château Hortevie Saint-Julien is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but it also has great aging potential. It will continue to develop and evolve over the years, revealing even more complexity and nuance.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2048
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Hortevie
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
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