Château Hostens-Picant
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Château Hostens-Picant is a winegrowing estate located in Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues, producing wines under the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux appellation on a terroir of molasse and limestone. It is renowned for its flagship red cuvée.
Estate Overview
Château Hostens-Picant is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues, in the Gironde département.
History and Philosophy
The estate was founded by the Hostens and Picant families. It has grown through a dedicated focus on quality, striving to showcase the full potential of its terroir.
The Appellations
The wines of Château Hostens-Picant are crafted under the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux appellation.
Practical Information
For any practical details, please refer to the estate's official contact information.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Château Hostens-Picant located and what is its main appellation?
- Château Hostens-Picant is situated in the commune of Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues, in the Gironde département. Its wines are primarily produced under the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux appellation. This geographical setting defines the profile of the estate's wines, intimately tied to the specific terroir of this Bordeaux winegrowing area.
- What are the geological characteristics of the terroir at Château Hostens-Picant?
- The vineyard of Château Hostens-Picant benefits from a distinctive terroir, featuring Agenais molasse on the surface over a limestone subsoil. These geological elements play a key role in regulating water supply to the vines and shaping soil composition, directly influencing wine expression and imparting specific nuances linked to these pedological conditions.
- What is the flagship wine produced by Château Hostens-Picant?
- The flagship wine of Château Hostens-Picant is the red Château Hostens-Picant. Crafted as a faithful reflection of the Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux terroir, it is distinguished by a well-balanced structure and a fruit-driven aromatic profile characteristic of wines from this region.
- How does Château Hostens-Picant craft its wines?
- Château Hostens-Picant pays meticulous attention to the vinification and ageing of its wines. These stages are conducted in accordance with Bordeaux traditions, with the primary aim of preserving the natural expression of the fruit and ensuring optimal balance. This approach seeks to fully showcase the potential of the terroir and the estate's grape varieties.
The Vineyard (Terroir)
The vineyard is set upon a terroir defined by Agenais molasse on the surface and a limestone subsoil. These geological features directly shape the profile of the estate's wines. The grape varieties planted, though not detailed in specific proportions, are well suited to this soil profile.
Flagship Cuvées
The estate's signature wine is the red Château Hostens-Picant. Crafted to express the distinctive character of the appellation's terroir, it typically delivers a balanced structure and a fruit-forward aromatic profile typical of Bordeaux wines.
Vinification and Ageing
Vinification and ageing at Château Hostens-Picant are carried out with meticulous care to preserve fruit purity and overall balance, in keeping with Bordeaux winemaking traditions.
- Appellation
- Sainte-Foy Côtes de Bordeaux
- Commune
- Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues
- Wine region
- Entre-deux-Mers
Practical information
- Address
- Les Lèves-et-Thoumeyragues
- Contact form
- Contact the estate