R2,590 - R4,200
2010 Chateau Coutet Premier Cru Classé
x 2 bottles 750ml
PLEASE NOTE THIS WINE IS IN JOHANNESBURG
Chateau Coutet is an exceptionally sought after sweet, botrytised wine. It is a 1er Grand Cru Classe Sauternes-Barsac and the the oldest and largest Barsac estate. Coutet has a long and prestigious history. It was once owned by the Lur Saluces family of Chateau d'Yquem renown, and was celebrated by then ambassador Thomas Jefferson in the 18th century. Now owned by the wonderful Baly family, its 95 acres of vineyards have a clay and limestone soil and are planted to 75% of Sémillon, 23% of Sauvignon Blanc and 2% of Muscadelle. The chateau produces around 3500 cases of wine per year.
"The 2010 Chateau Coutet has 154-gms/liter residual sugar, one of the highest in Sauternes/Barsac. It is endowed with a delightful bouquet of freshly sliced mango, Tropicana and a touch of honey, with good definition and minerality. The palate is medium-bodied with very impressive balance and poise, and is slightly viscous in the mouth, with almond, lemon curd and a touch of orange peel. The finish is composed and long. The 2010 Coutet is very impressive for the vintage. Offers a bright inner core of honeysuckle, pineapple, star fruit and white peach flavors, coated for now with heather honey, marzipan and mango notes. Fresh and racy through the finish, this is an elegant beauty, showing terrific cut and precision. Drink through 2030" - Wine Spectator
Wine Spectator 95/100
Jancis Robinson 17.5/20
Fees apply to the hammer price:
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| 1 to 10000: | 23% inc VAT* |
| 10001+: | 19.55% inc VAT* |
