Chateau Coutet was bought by the Baly family in 1977 and is, today, one of the largest estates in Barsac with 38.5 hectares of vines averaging 35 years of age. In addition to the 2,000-4,000 case production of Grand Vin, Coutet also produces a maximum 700 bottle cuvee called ‘Cuvee Madame’. Perhaps stylistically the polar opposite of its neighbour Climens, Coutet is made in a much fuller, richer style with approximately 80 grams/litre of residual sugar and 14 degrees of alcohol.
Tasting Notes and Scores
The Chateau Coutet 2010 was a beauty from barrel with its payload of 154gms of residual sugar and sure enough, after a year in bottle it is one of the most compelling sweet wines in the vintage. It shows immense clarity on the nose, with the oak still a little prominent at the moment, but it will integrate with bottle age. The palate is well-balanced with a fine line of acidity. There is an engaging sense of tension here, real drive and mineralite towards the finish, like a cousin of Doisy-Daene but with a little more bravura. There is a sense of purpose about this 2010 Sauternes, with a persistent finish that keeps you coming back for more. Bravo! Drink now-2030+.
– eRobertParker.com, Apr 2014
Neal Martin
A sweet wine with honey and sliced apple character with lemon. Full body, medium sweet and a bright finish. It's layered and fascinating. So much spicy, botrytis and dried mushroom powder. Turns creamy. Drink or hold.
-www.jamessuckling.com, 'Tasting Report: 2010's Greatness Across The Board in Bordeaux', 17 Feb 2013
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