Château Fourcas-Borie
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Château Fourcas-Borie is an estate in Listrac-Médoc, owned by Bruno Borie. It produces red wines under the Listrac-Médoc appellation, sourced from a 12-hectare vineyard managed through sustainable viticulture (lutte raisonnée).
Identity
Château Fourcas-Borie is located in the commune of Listrac-Médoc, in the Gironde département. It is owned by Bruno Borie.
History and philosophy
The name Château Fourcas-Borie emerged in 2009, following the acquisition and merger of Clos du Fourcas and Moulin du Bourg by the Borie family. The estate is guided by consultant oenologist Eric Boissenot. Château Fourcas-Borie practises sustainable viticulture (lutte raisonnée) across its vineyard management, relying on regular soil and vine analyses to minimise chemical treatments. The Cousinié method has also been applied at the estate for over three years.
The appellations
The wines produced by Château Fourcas-Borie are crafted under the Listrac-Médoc appellation.
Practical information
Château Fourcas-Borie is situated at 12, rue Odilon Redon, 33480 Listrac-Médoc. You can contact the estate by telephone on +33556580384. The cellar door is open from Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Weekend visits are available by appointment.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Fourcas-Borie located?
- Château Fourcas-Borie is located in the commune of Listrac-Médoc, in the Gironde département, within the Bordeaux wine region.
- Who owns Château Fourcas-Borie?
- Château Fourcas-Borie is owned by Bruno Borie. The Borie family acquired the estate in 2009, uniting Clos du Fourcas and Moulin du Bourg.
- What is the appellation of Château Fourcas-Borie wines?
- The wines produced by Château Fourcas-Borie are crafted under the Listrac-Médoc appellation, one of the appellations of the Bordeaux vineyard.
- Which grape varieties are grown at Château Fourcas-Borie?
- The Château Fourcas-Borie vineyard is planted with Merlot, which is the predominant grape variety, alongside Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château Fourcas-Borie vineyard spans 12 hectares. The grape varieties are predominantly Merlot, complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot.
Flagship cuvées
The estate's primary cuvée is Château Fourcas-Borie, a red wine characterised by its structure and aromas true to its appellation.
Vinification and ageing
The vinification and ageing practices at Château Fourcas-Borie are tailored to express the distinctive characteristics of the terroir and the appellation's grape varieties.
- Appellation
- Listrac-Médoc
- Commune
- Listrac-Médoc
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- Bruno Borie
- Technical direction
- Eric Boissenot
- Surface area
- 12 ha
- Grape varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot
Practical information
- Address
- 12, rue Odilon Redon, 33480 Listrac-Médoc
- Phone
- +33556580384
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Opening hours
- Du lundi au vendredi de 9h à 12h et de 14h à 17h. Le weekend sur rendez-vous.
- Visits
- Oui sur rendez-vous