Château de Hauterive has been tended by the Filhol family in Vire-sur-Lot, in the heart of Cahors, since 1855 — a legacy now carried forward by Gilles and Dominique Filhol, whose father was the first in the estate's history to bottle his own wine in 1982. Across 21 hectares farmed under Lutte Raisonnée principles, with no preventive chemical treatments, they craft Le H as their entry cuvée: a blend of 70% Malbec and 30% Merlot drawn from around 25-year-old vines rooted in clay-siliceous and limestone soils, the classic terroir that gives Cahors its distinctive depth and character.

Vinified entirely in stainless steel with no oak contact whatsoever, Le H lets the fruit speak with complete purity — expect vivid aromas of blackcurrant and fresh dark berries, a broad yet supple palate, and a bright, mouthwatering freshness that carries through to a long, satisfying finish. The wine's quality has not gone unnoticed: the Hachette Guide 2023 awarded it two stars and a prestigious Coup de Cœur, a remarkable distinction for a wine at this price point. Drink now through 2026.