Château la Croix d'Hourquet
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Château la Croix d'Hourquet is a family-run winegrowing estate in the AOC Bordeaux Rouge appellation, founded in 1998 by Fernand Izquierdo. It spans 27 hectares and is ISO 14001 certified.
Identity
Château la Croix d'Hourquet is a family-owned winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-André-du-Bois, in the Gironde département. It is owned by the Izquierdo family.
History and philosophy
Château la Croix d'Hourquet was founded in 1998 by Fernand Izquierdo. The estate expanded its vineyard in 2008. Château la Croix d'Hourquet is committed to an environmental approach, as demonstrated by its ISO 14001 certification for the Environmental Management System (EMS) of Bordeaux Wines, obtained in 2013.
Appellations
Château la Croix d'Hourquet produces wines under the Bordeaux Rouge appellation.
Practical information
The estate's address is 4 Carbouey, 33490 Saint-André-du-Bois.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where exactly is Château la Croix d'Hourquet located?
- Château la Croix d'Hourquet is a winegrowing estate located in the commune of Saint-André-du-Bois, in the Gironde département. The estate's specific address is 4 Carbouey, 33490 Saint-André-du-Bois.
- Who is the current owner of Château la Croix d'Hourquet and what is its history?
- Château la Croix d'Hourquet is owned by the Izquierdo family. The estate was founded in 1998 by Fernand Izquierdo. Its vineyard was expanded in 2008, growing from 19 hectares to a total of 27 hectares.
- What is the size of the vineyard and under which appellation does the estate produce its wines?
- The Château la Croix d'Hourquet vineyard covers a total surface area of 27 hectares. It primarily produces wines under the Bordeaux Rouge appellation. The estate's soils are well suited to vine cultivation, contributing to the distinctive character of the wines produced.
- Is Château la Croix d'Hourquet committed to environmental practices?
- Yes, Château la Croix d'Hourquet is actively committed to an environmental approach. This dedication is evidenced by achieving ISO 14001 certification in 2013 for its Environmental Management System (EMS) for Bordeaux Wines, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining high environmental standards.
The vineyard (terroir)
The Château la Croix d'Hourquet vineyard covers a total area of 27 hectares. When it was established in 1998, the estate comprised 19 hectares of vines, to which 7 hectares were added in 2008.
- Appellation
- Bordeaux
- Commune
- Saint-André-du-Bois
- Wine region
- Bordeaux & Bordeaux Supérieur
- Owner
- Famille Izquierdo
- Surface area
- 27 ha
- Certifications
- ISO 14001
Practical information
- Address
- 4 Carbouey, 33490 SAINT ANDRE DU BOIS
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