HALF BOTTLE 375ML
Chateau Coutet can be enjoyed young. It is a treat even on release. However, as is the case with all great wines, Chateau Coutet is magnificient with age. It reaches its full potential between aged 12-35, In the very best vintages even longer.
The 2017 Coutet, which was tasted both as a final blend and directly from several different lots in barrel, has a very well defined bouquet with pure wild honey and orange blossom aromas that gain intensity with aeration. The palate is crisp and fresh, underpinned by Coutet’s trademark acidic drive that counterbalances the intense honeyed fruit laced with orange zest and white peach. Superb.
Rich sunflower yellow in colour, this has a good concentration of subtle spiced ginger on the nose, followed by rich citrus and apricot tart flavours, going almost as far as white truffles. It's gourmet without being cloying, thanks to those Barsac soils which give a wonderful freshness through the palate. The acidity is not quite as focussed as in classic years for the appellation, but it has zip and personality and is a clear success in this vintage. Drinking Window 2020 - 2038
95 points Jane Anson decanter.com
Lots of powdered mushrooms, dried lemons and apricots. Full-bodied, dense and layered. Beautiful finish. A top sweet white for the vintage.
95-97 points jamessuckling.com
The 2017 Coutet has a super intense nose of ripe apricots, honey-coated nuts, warm pineapple and mango with touches of nutmeg and orange blossoms. Rich, sweet and unctuous, it has wonderful intensity and depth, finishing with fantastic length.
95 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown robertparker.com
2017 Ch Coutet 750ml, Sauternes, 1er Cru, intense lemon curd, grapefruit and ginger spiced biscuit flavours dominate. Very intense, but is balanced by beautifully by some orange tangy acidity. Will suit duck liver pate with cornichons and crunchy baguette.
Product/Service Sold Out | No |
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En Primeur | No |
New Arrivals | No |
Wine Type | Stickies/Sweet Wines |
Wine Style | Traditional |
Country | France |
Region | Barsac |
Varietals | Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Muscadelle |
Vintage | 2017 |
Bottle Size | 375ml |
Wine Points | 96-97 |