Chateau Haut-Goujon Montagne Saint-Emilion 2009
Located in the northwest of the Lalande de Pomerol appellation, Chateau Haut-Goujon’s terroir consists of gravelly-sandy soil on the western side, and clay and gravel soil to the east. The subsoil has an unusual characteristic: consisting of clay and gravel from ancient alluvial deposits, it contains traces of iron oxide. It is the presence of the latter that gives the property’s wines their unique character. Through the application of sustainable farming practices in the vineyard, Chateau Haut-Goujon revitalizes and preserves the soil’s fertility, while at the same time increasing the vines’ natural resistance to microbial diseases.The focus is on the difference between flavors and their authenticity, rather than a banal standardization.
