2022 · Château Haut Pougnan Bordeaux

Founded in 1852, Château Haut Pougnan is a family-owned Bordeaux estate operated by the J. Gueridon family and managed by Jean Bernard. Its vineyards lie on calcareous clay-limestone soils with gravel on the slopes, with both red and white varieties and vines averaging 35 years old. The estate uses natural grassing and describes its approach as environmentally respectful, although no organic, biodynamic, or formal sustainability certification is listed. Winemaking includes mechanical harvesting with on-site sorting, low-temperature fermentation, pneumatic-press maceration, and aging on fine lees with regular stirring, emphasizing careful handling and freshness.