CHÂTEAU DE TERREFORT-QUANCARD
Bordeaux Supérieur
Aged in oak barrels
The origins of Château de Terrefort-Quancard go back into
the mists of time. Part of the building dates from before the 16th century.
It has been owned by the Quancard family since 1891.
The Château de Terrefort-Quancard, situated on the highest point
of the hillside of the commune of Cubzac-les-Ponts, looks out over the Dordogne, between the Côtes de Bourg and the Côtes de Fronsac.
The vines of the Château, straddling the famous « 45th parallel »,
benefit from a moderately warm, humid climate, with masses of sunshine and mild winters. It enjoys a micro-climate ideally suited to wine growing.
The wine Location61 hectares on the hillsides of the commune of Cubzac-les-Ponts, 20 km north-east of Bordeaux.
TerroirLimestone enriched with ferrous alluvial deposits.
Varietals64% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon
Ageing In temperature controlled cement vats and in oak barrels.
Cellar keeping3 to 10 years
Tasting An appealing garnet red and ruby colour. A delicate bouquet with fragrances of bracken, candied fruit and spices. Full-bodied and ripe on the palate with mellowed tannins. A generous and delightfully fruity finish.
Food pairingIdeal for a baron of lamb, lamb fillet in pastry, a Bordeaux-style sirloin steak, or soft cheeses.
Château de Terrefort-Quancard
The wine Location61 hectares on the hillsides of the commune of Cubzac-les-Ponts, 20 km north-east of Bordeaux.
TerroirLimestone enriched with ferrous alluvial deposits.
Varietals64% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon
Ageing In temperature controlled cement vats and in oak barrels.
Cellar keeping3 to 10 years
Tasting An appealing garnet red and ruby colour. A delicate bouquet with fragrances of bracken, candied fruit and spices. Full-bodied and ripe on the palate with mellowed tannins. A generous and delightfully fruity finish.
Food pairingIdeal for a baron of lamb, lamb fillet in pastry, a Bordeaux-style sirloin steak, or soft cheeses.
Château de Terrefort-Quancard
Latest awardsMill 2007 : 1 star Guide Hachette des Vins 2010
Mill 2006 : Silver Medal Concours de Bordeaux Vins d'Aquitaine 2008
Mill 2004 : 1 star Guide Hachette des Vins 2007
Mill 2006 : Bronze Medal Concours des Grands Vins de France Mâcon 2008
Mill 2005 : Bronze Medal Challenge International du vin Blaye-Bourg 2007
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Technical sheet PDF
Bottle photo
Mill 2006 : Silver Medal Concours de Bordeaux Vins d'Aquitaine 2008
Mill 2004 : 1 star Guide Hachette des Vins 2007
Mill 2006 : Bronze Medal Concours des Grands Vins de France Mâcon 2008
Mill 2005 : Bronze Medal Challenge International du vin Blaye-Bourg 2007
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Technical sheet PDF
Bottle photo
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