2002 Coutet
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Pale yellow. Aromas of mirabelle, licorice, menthol and flowers. Brisk, juicy and penetrating, if a bit youthfully unforthcoming in the middle. Reasonably firm acids give this fresh wine a solid backbone and good finishing grip.
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Space limitations preclude including tasting notes. 2002 was an average vintage.
Pale yellow. Sexy aromas of peach, honey and creme brulee , with lovely floral lift. Fat, impressively sweet and fruit-driven, with concentrated, rather powerful peach and pear flavors. Finishes spicy and broad, with echoing flavors of fruit salad, menthol and caramel. A very rich Coutet that will need time to absorb its alcohol.
Coppery gold. Interesting wine already with many layers and real savour. Some botrytis influence apparent. Grown-up stuff with real undertow of savour underneath extremely ripe fruit and the veg note of botrytis. This should make very delicious old bones but you could even enjoy it now. Slightly light finish but it really has punch as well as lots of sweetness. (JR)
About the producer
Classified as a First Growth in 1855, this Barsac property has a history stretching back to the 14th century. Today it has 38.5 hectares of vineyard, producing brilliant sweet wines cut by taut acidity. In certain years, it produces Cuvée Madame, pure botrytised Semillon from its oldest vines.