Château Hourbanon
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Château Hourbanon, located in Blaignan-Prignac in the Médoc, is a family-run Cru Bourgeois winegrowing estate certified HVE and Organic. It produces red wines in the Médoc AOC, aged in barrels and amphorae.
Identity
Château Hourbanon is located in the commune of Blaignan-Prignac, in Gironde. It is owned by SCF Delayat et Fils.
History and philosophy
Château Hourbanon is a family-run estate handed down from father to son. The property is classified Cru Bourgeois. The winemaking philosophy centres on adapting to the specific qualities of each vintage.
The appellations
Château Hourbanon produces wines under the Médoc appellation.
Flagship wines
The estate produces Château Hourbanon, a red wine from the Médoc appellation. This wine typically shows a tannic structure and aromatic expression that develop over the course of its ageing.
Winemaking and ageing
The wines are aged in oak barrels for up to eighteen months. The estate also practises ageing in amphorae.
Practical information
Château Hourbanon can be contacted on +33 (0) 556 41 02 88 or by email at contact@hourbanon.com. Tastings and visits are available at the estate.
Find out more
Official estate websiteFrequently asked questions
- Where is Château Hourbanon located and who owns it?
- Château Hourbanon is located in the commune of Blaignan-Prignac, in Gironde. It is owned by SCF DELAYAT ET FILS, a family business that has passed down its expertise from generation to generation. The estate is renowned for its commitment to producing quality wines, holding Cru Bourgeois status.
- What are the characteristics of the Château Hourbanon vineyard?
- The vineyard of Château Hourbanon forms a single contiguous block located on the outskirts of Lesparre. The soils consist of quality gravel, including sandy-gravel terroirs recorded for certain vintages. The red grape plantings are predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon (70%), complemented by Merlot (24%) and Cabernet Franc (8%). The estate is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale and Organic.
- What certifications does Château Hourbanon hold and what do they entail?
- Château Hourbanon is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) and Organic (Vin Biologique). These certifications reflect the estate's dedication to environmentally friendly agricultural practices. Organic certification guarantees the absence of synthetic chemical products, while HVE certification promotes the sustainable management of biodiversity and natural resources.
- How are Château Hourbanon wines produced?
- The winemaking philosophy at Château Hourbanon places great emphasis on adapting to the unique profile of each vintage. The wines are aged in barrels, sometimes for up to eighteen months, to develop their tannic structure and aromatic expression. The estate also innovates by ageing wines in amphorae. The wine produced is a red Médoc appellation wine, crafted predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon.
The vineyard (terroir)
The vineyard forms a single contiguous block situated on the outskirts of Lesparre. The soils consist of quality gravel, with sandy-gravelly terroirs documented for certain vintages. The estate is certified Haute Valeur Environnementale and Organic. The red grape varieties are predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and Cabernet Franc.
- Appellation
- Médoc
- Commune
- Blaignan-Prignac
- Wine region
- Médoc
- Owner
- SCF DELAYAT ET FILS
- Certifications
- Bio, HVE
- Grape varieties
- Cabernet Sauvignon 70%, Merlot 24%, Cabernet Franc 8%
Practical information
- Address
- Château Hourbanon, 33340 BLAIGNAN PRIGNAC
- Phone
- +33 (0) 556 41 02 88
- Contact form
- Contact the estate
- Visits
- Oui