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Bought in 2008 by the Vauthier family, this cru, ideally situated between La Gaffelière and Canon La Gaffelière, has undergone major restructuring: the 10 hectares have been completely replanted to achieve a density worthy of a premier grand cru classé (12,600 vines per hectare).
The high proportion of Cabernet Franc in the blend (40%) tempers the sun-drenched nature of the terroir (south-facing), and gives the wines an elegant, long-lasting structure. Recent vintages have convinced us that Haut-Simard deserves urgent attention.
Like all Vauthier vineyards (Ausone, La Clotte, Moulin Saint Georges...), Haut-Simard began its conversion to organic farming in 2020.
The 2020 vintage is rated 92/100 by J-M Quarin "Meticulous on entry, juicy in the middle, with brightness of flavor and body, the wine flows straight through to a meticulously woven finish. Fine grain. Unputdownable." (March 2023)
Quoted in the 2024 edition of the Guide Hachette Vins "With 40% Cabernet Franc, this cru stands out eloquently. The well-matched woody and vanilla notes, combined with fresh cherry and blackberry, and the round, velvety character of the palate make for a convincing whole, sustained by beautiful freshness. An elegant wine with great potential."More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2025-2039
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Bought in 2008 by the Vauthier family, this cru, ideally situated between La Gaffelière and Canon La Gaffelière, has undergone major restructuring: the 10 hectares have been completely replanted to achieve a density worthy of a premier grand cru classé (12,600 vines per hectare).
The high proportion of Cabernet Franc in the blend (40%) tempers the sun-drenched nature of the terroir (south-facing), and gives the wines an elegant, long-lasting structure. Recent vintages have convinced us that Haut-Simard deserves urgent attention.
Like all Vauthier vineyards (Ausone, La Clotte, Moulin Saint Georges...), Haut-Simard began its conversion to organic farming in 2020.
The 2018 vintage is rated 92/100 by J-M Quarin "Delicious wine, with a silky mouthfeel, developing fragrantly and without tannic angles. Delicious length. Here again, the Cabernet Franc plays a major role." (January 2022)
Also rated 91/100 by A. Galloni (Vinous) "The 2018 Haut-Simard is brisk and aromatically expressive, with mid-weight structure and tons of verve. Sweet red cherry, blood orange, mint, sage, lavender and rose petals all grace this beautifully layered, vibrant Saint-Emilion." (March 2021)More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2034
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Bought in 2008 by the Vauthier family, this cru, ideally situated between La Gaffelière and Canon La Gaffelière, has undergone major restructuring: the 10 hectares have been completely replanted to achieve a density worthy of a premier grand cru classé (12,600 vines per hectare).
The high proportion of Cabernet Franc in the blend (40%) tempers the sun-drenched nature of the terroir (south-facing), and gives the wines an elegant, long-lasting structure. Recent vintages have convinced us that Haut-Simard deserves urgent attention.
Like all Vauthier vineyards (Ausone, La Clotte, Moulin Saint Georges...), Haut-Simard began its conversion to organic farming in 2020.
The 2016 vintage is rated 91/100 by J-M Quarin "Meticulous on the attack, developing refined to the touch and melting. The wine evolves juicy and noble with great taste and a long, seductive finish. A delight" (April 2017)
Also rated 93/100 by N. Martin "The 2016 Haut-Simard has a top-notch bouquet of gorgeous, well-defined blackberry, briar and raspberry aromas that burst from the glass. [...] This is the finest Haut-Simard i have tasted. Excellent." et 92/100 par A. Galloni "Haut-Simard is one of the hidden gems in the Vauthier family's range of wines and a sleeper in 2016." (January 2019)More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2021-2036