Château Hortevie
シャトー・オルトヴィー
A now-defunct Saint-Julien hidden gem — Ducru-Beaucaillou-managed, last vintage 2012
Château Hortevie was a small, esteemed Cru Bourgeois estate located in the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux. The 3.4-hectare vineyard, planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot on characteristic gravelly Médoc soils, produced wines of refined elegance under the management of Bruno Borie, owner of the renowned Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, who acquired the estate in 2006. Production ceased after the 2012 vintage, making Château Hortevie a sought-after label for collectors of rare Bordeaux. Its wines are noted for their medium-bodied, elegant structure with classic Saint-Julien notes of blackcurrant, cedar, and earth.
Cuvées
No cuvées registered yet.
Who Is This For?
Collectors of rare Bordeaux and lovers of classic, elegant Saint-Julien wines with historical significance
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Château Hortevie still producing wine?
- No. Château Hortevie ceased production after the 2012 vintage. The vineyards remain owned by Bruno Borie, proprietor of Château Ducru-Beaucaillou.
- What is the style of Château Hortevie?
- Medium-bodied and elegant with classic Saint-Julien notes of blackcurrant, cedar, and subtle earth. Quality improved markedly after Bruno Borie acquired the estate in 2006.
- Is Château Hortevie classified?
- Château Hortevie was a Cru Bourgeois — not included in the 1855 Grand Cru Classé classification — but its quality under Borie management rivalled many classified estates.
- Does Château Hortevie pair well with Japanese cuisine?
- Yes. Its refined tannins and cedar notes pair beautifully with soy-sauce-based dishes such as grilled eel (unagi kabayaki) and sukiyaki.