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CHATEAU CLOS FOURTET, 2023
Vineyard Detail
AGRICULTURE | Sustainable with High Environmental Value (HEV) certification and in biodynamic transition |
GRAPE VARIETIES | Merlot, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc |
VINEYARD SURFACE AREA | 20 hectares |
ANNUAL PRODUCTION | 70,000 bottles |
HARVEST | Manual |
SOIL | Clayey-limestone soil |
History and anecdotes
Clos Fourtet is a prestigious wine estate in Saint-Emilion appellation, it is classified “B” as Premier Grand Cru. It was named after “Camp Fourtet”, the fortified place that protected the mediaeval city of Saint-Emilion.
The Cuvelier family has been the owner since 2001.
Clos Fourtet has a quarries system sinking between 6 and 12 metres on 13 hectares. Buried out of sight, 100,000 bottles and 250 barrels are lying in this huge limestone enclave.
Caractéristiques
CARACTÉRISTIQUES
CLASSEMENT | 1er Grand Cru Classé B, Saint-Émilion |
ASSEMBLAGE |
merlot, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc |
FORMAT | 75 cl |