Château Fourcas Hosten 2014 is a well regarded Cru Bourgeois from the Listrac Médoc, produced from vineyards planted on gravel and clay soils well suited to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The... estate has seen significant investment in recent years, with a move towards more sustainable and organic vineyard practices, resulting in wines of increasing precision and balance. The 2014 vintage is a more classical Bordeaux year, producing wines with freshness, structure and clarity of fruit. At Fourcas Hosten this results in a refined and well balanced claret that shows both approachability and the ability to develop further in bottle. Tasting notes Château Fourcas Hosten 2014 shows aromas of blackcurrant, red cherry and plum, with notes of cedar, spice and a touch of tobacco. On the palate the wine is medium bodied and structured, with fresh fruit supported by fine tannins and lively acidity. The finish is clean and balanced, reflecting the classical style of the vintage. Critic scores 93 points, James Suckling 92 points, Neal Martin, Vinous A classic Listrac Médoc offering balance, freshness and traditional Left Bank character, ideal for drinking now and over the medium term.