Château Jean Faure

Producer description of "Château Jean Faure"

The winery is located in Saint-Émilion in the area of the same name (Bordeaux) right next to Château Cheval Blanc. It was founded in the late 18th century. Among others, it was owned by Madame Loubat and her heirs, who also used to own Château Pétrus. The completely run-down estate was bought by Olivier Decelle in 2004, who invested heavily in changes to the vineyard and cellar and engaged the consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt (*1963). The soil was stabilised with rocks and drainage channels were built. Horses are now used instead of tractors. The vineyards are cultivated according to the rules of biodynamic viticulture. The estate was reclassified as a Grand Cru Classé in 2012 (after being declassified in 1985). The vineyards cover 18 hectares, planted with Cabernet Franc (54%), Merlot (40%) and Cot (6%). The high proportion of Cabernet Franc is unusual compared to other vineyards in the area. The long-lasting red wine is matured for 18 months in barriques, 60% of which are new.

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