TN –Château Hostens-Picant, Sainte-Foy Bordeaux, 2004

Château Hostens-PicantThe combination of merlot (70%), cabernet franc (30%) and cabernet sauvignon (10%) brings a refined spiciness in the glass. Next to this some reminiscents of the barrel aging expressed by notes of mocha and espresso poured over by a sauce of black currants, strawberries and raspberries.

Okay, so the barrel aging is present but I never got that sensation of overwooded wine. Hell no, the fruit is omnipresent, luscious and a lust for the nose. Hey, if I’m ever sick, pretty please with sugar on top bring me a basket with such sexy fruit and I guess I’ll be out of my bed in no time.

So, as you could guess I couldn’t wait a moment longer to sip this wine and let it rock and roll in my mouth. The first thing I noticed was “finesse”. And oh boy, do I just love elegance in wine. Healthy tannins, present but like a good butler in the background, a refreshing acidity and an overall great balance. Again, the sensual fruit is lingering in the mouth with a softness and roundness that is exquisite. Great and exciting finish!

Stéphane Derononcourt is the consultant behind this wine. Voices whisper that this is the new school Michel Rolland. This self made man has entered and conquered big part of the Bordeaux scene without any diploma in his pocket. He just digs sensual wines loaded with fruit. I guess the wine above is one of his scholar examples.

One conclusion, I’m going to grab me some more wines with the stamp of Stéphane Derononcourt.

Wine: Château Hostens-Picant, Sainte-Foy Bordeaux, 2004
Bought at: Pin’art (Belgium - Mechelen)
Price: around 15 EUR (around 20 USD).

Have a nice and sensual wine today!
Bart

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June 26, 2007 | Filed Under Tasting wines, France 

Comments

2 Responses to “TN –Château Hostens-Picant, Sainte-Foy Bordeaux, 2004”

  1. kaat on June 26th, 2007 3:45 pm

    although i’m not sure about the
    “…pretty please with sugar on top…”

    even Ovid knew back in those days:
    “Wine gives courage and makes men more apt for passion.”
    :-)

  2. Bart on June 28th, 2007 8:57 am

    Oh, that’s why most wine merchants are so passionate! :-)

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