Tasting Notes

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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Neal Martin - 30 Apr 14
The 2013 Coutet has one of the most complex aromatics you will find this year - a smorgasbord of citrus fruit, lime zest, orange blossom and white peach that is beautifully interwoven with compelling mineralite. The palate is extremely well-balanced, very intense and linear right from the start, with wonderful tension toward the finish that exhibits just a hint of spice. In other words, this is everything you expect from a great Coutet.
Drinking Date:
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The Wine Independent Lisa Perrotti-Brown - 14 Aug 23
Medium straw-gold in color, the 2013 Coutet sashays out with showy notes of honeyed peaches, mango pudding, and lemon meringue pie, followed by wafts of fallen leaves, allspice, and orange marmalade. The palate has developed a wonderful array of savory, tertiary characters, with just enough freshness and a seductively nutty finish.
Drinking Date: 2023 - 2040
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Jancis Robinson Jancis Robinson - 25 Oct 17
Ch Coutet is one of the largest Barsac properties and has been owned by the Baly family since 1977. Ch Coutet is located in the south of the appellation and has 35 ha of vineyards. 75% Sémillon, 23% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Muscadelle. Vinification takes place in oak barrels, before 18 months' extended oak ageing. (Will Heslop)Bright yellow. Oily lanolin nose and very clean. Lovely smoothness and already approachable. Certainly delivers the Sauternes experience – and masses of sweetness. Should match many a very sweet dish. (JR)
Drinking Date: 2017 - 2030
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Bordeaux

Red Bordeaux, globally renowned, is crafted in France’s Bordeaux region from grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. These full-bodied wines feature dark fruit flavours, earthy and spicy notes, and often benefit from ageing. Top producers include Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Lafite Rothschild. White Bordeaux, made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, offers styles from crisp to rich, with citrus and tropical notes. Sweet Bordeaux wines, like Sauternes, are famed for their rich sweetness and flavours of apricot and honey, with Château d’Yquem as a leading producer.