The Hortevie originates in Saint-Julien in the central belt of the Médoc region, characterized by a characteristic gravelly soil whose specificity is reflected beautifully in the wine.

It is produced from a remarkable percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon which is accompanied by gradually smaller quantities of Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. It is obtained by fermentation completed in steel tanks at controlled temperature. After the malolactic fermentation in the tank, this wine rises in Fren...