2016 Château Fourcas-Hosten

A linear, fresh Listrac with currant, raspberry and citrus lift, medium body, firm tannins and a bright finish.

90 James Suckling · 89 Wine Spectator

• Grapes: Merlot (≈55%), Cabernet Sauvignon (≈45%)
• Alcohol: 13%
• Serving temperature: 16–18°C

Owned since 2006 by Renaud and Laurent Momméja of the Hermès family, Fourcas Hosten has been quietly transformed — 2016 was the first vintage to include newly planted vines from the estate's best gravel. Currant and raspberry freshness meets dark berries, cherries and cigar wrapper over supple, powdery tannins and a saline finish.