Chateau Coutet

Château Coutet draws its inspiration from the rich tapestry of history that weaves together the elements of the past as well as the unique terroir that forms a golden triangle, embracing the ocean, river, and forest, with the Ciron River meandering through its heart. This extraordinary terroir imparts a distinct vivacity and a finely honed character to Château Coutet's wines, perhaps lending credence to its very name, which finds its origins in the French word for knife, "couteau."

Charles Le Guérin, commonly known as the Lord of Coutet, planted the vineyard as one of the earliest in the Sauternes region in 1643, beginning the history of Château Coutet's winemaking. Prior to the French Revolution, in 1788, Gabriel-Barthelemy Romain de Filhot purchased Château Coutet, keeping the land in his family. The largest producer of sweet white wine in the world at the time was Marquis Romain-Bertrand de Lur-Saluces, his grandson and proprietor of illustrious châteaux including d'Yquem, de Fargues, Filhot, and de Malle. Château Coutet was first built as a fortress and continues to display elements of its medieval construction. The courtyard's central square tower, with its guarding battlements, continues to serve as a symbol of that era's military architecture. In 1855 Château Coutet earned the prestigious recognition of being a Classified First Growth in the esteemed classification. However, the roots of vine cultivation in the chilly lands of Barsac, one of the coldest regions in the area, reach back for centuries. At the heart of Château Coutet lies the coolness of the soil, a quality expressed through the vines, which yield a rich and vibrant wine. Early in its development, this wine reveals aromatic notes of white blossoms, citrus fruits, honey, and vanilla.

Up until the 1920s, Château Coutet was managed by the family. The Baly family, inspired by the grand history of the Sauternes and Barsac appellations, gives their winemaking endeavours a worldwide perspective. Aline Baly, the third generation to join the family business, has played an integral role since 1977. Their collective experiences in various industries and regions around the world have endowed them with a distinctive approach to understanding vines and wines. Through close cooperation with Baron Philippe de Rothschild SA, they revived the vineyard, updated the buildings, and brought the estate into an era of cutting-edge technical know-how. In a new era, the Baly family ventured into the land of Barsac, far from their Alsace stronghold. Marcel Baly initiated this bold endeavour, investing in the world of winemaking despite limited prior experience.

Château Coutet's wines are highly rated by professional reviewers like Wine Spectator and Robert Parker. The special cuvee Chateau Coutet Cuvee Madama 2009 scored 100 points and is celebrated as extraordinary, delivering the most remarkable combination of alcohol and acidity levels. This exceptional harvest yielded a meticulously balanced blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Muscadelle, crafting a wine that stands as a testament to the artistry and dedication of the Baly family.

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Robert Parker 93
Kracher
Kracher - Zweigelt Trockenbeerenauslese No 2 2013 Zweigelt Trockenbeerenauslese No 2
2013
(Half bottle)
€ 37,95 (ex Vat) € 45,92 (in Vat) more info
Vinous 94
Radio-Coteau
Radio-Coteau - Zinfandel Lemorel 2018 Zinfandel Lemorel
2018
€ 59,95 (ex Vat) € 72,54 (in Vat) more info
Joh.Jos.Prum
Joh.Jos.Prum - Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese 2019 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese
2019
€ 36,95 (ex Vat) € 44,71 (in Vat) more info
Tim Atkin 94
De Toren Private Cellar
De Toren Private Cellar - Z 2019 Z
2019
€ 34,95 (ex Vat) € 42,29 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 96
Telmo Rodriguez
Telmo Rodriguez - Yjar 2020 Yjar
2020
€ 99,00 (ex Vat) € 119,79 (in Vat) more info
BOW 8
Marques de Murrieta
Marques de Murrieta - Ygay Reserva 1954 Ygay Reserva
1954
€ 249,00 (ex Vat) € 301,29 (in Vat) more info
Marques de Murrieta
Marques de Murrieta - Ygay Reserva 1982 Ygay Reserva
1982
€ 149,00 (ex Vat) € 180,29 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 98
Penfolds
Penfolds - Yattarna 2018 Yattarna
2018
€ 128,00 (ex Vat) € 154,88 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 97 Presale
Penfolds
Penfolds - Yattarna 2022 Yattarna
2022
€ 129,00 (ex Vat) € 156,09 (in Vat) more info
Golan Heights Winery
Golan Heights Winery  - Yarden Katzrin Blanc de Blancs late disgorged 2007 Yarden Katzrin Blanc de Blancs late disgorged
2007
€ 70,00 (ex Vat) € 84,70 (in Vat) more info
Golan Heights Winery
Golan Heights Winery  - Yarden Allone Habashan Syrah 2017 Yarden Allone Habashan Syrah
2017
€ 51,95 (ex Vat) € 62,86 (in Vat) more info
Golan Heights Winery
Golan Heights Winery  - Yarden Allone Habashan Merlot 2016 Yarden Allone Habashan Merlot
2016
€ 62,95 (ex Vat) € 76,17 (in Vat) more info
Falstaff 95
Chateau D'Yquem
Chateau D'Yquem - Y de Yquem 2022 Y de Yquem
2022
(Magnum)
€ 319,00 (ex Vat) € 385,99 (in Vat) more info
Falstaff 95
Chateau D'Yquem
Chateau D'Yquem - Y de Yquem 2022 Y de Yquem
2022
€ 147,50 (ex Vat) € 178,48 (in Vat) more info
Jeb Dunnuck 98
Hundred Acre Vineyard
Hundred Acre Vineyard - Wraith 2018 Wraith
2018
€ 515,00 (ex Vat) € 623,15 (in Vat) more info
Jeb Dunnuck 98
Hundred Acre Vineyard
Hundred Acre Vineyard - Wraith 2018 Wraith
2018
(OWC of 3 bottles)
€ 1.845,00 (ex Vat) € 2.232,45 (in Vat) more info
Jeb Dunnuck 98
Hundred Acre Vineyard
Hundred Acre Vineyard - Wraith 2018 Wraith
2018
(Magnum)
€ 1.649,00 (ex Vat) € 1.995,29 (in Vat) more info
The Wine Independent 100
Hundred Acre Vineyard
Hundred Acre Vineyard - Wraith 2019 Wraith
2019
€ 649,00 (ex Vat) € 785,29 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 98 Sale
Hundred Acre Vineyard
Hundred Acre Vineyard - Wraith 2017 Wraith
2017
€ 525,00 € 439,00 (ex Vat) € 531,19 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 98
Hundred Acre Vineyard
Hundred Acre Vineyard - Wraith 2017 Wraith
2017
(OWC of 3 bottles)
€ 1.849,00 (ex Vat) € 2.237,29 (in Vat) more info
Decanter 100 Presale
Hundred Acre Vineyard
Hundred Acre Vineyard - Wraith 2021 Wraith
2021
€ 669,00 (ex Vat) € 809,49 (in Vat) more info
Jeb Dunnuck 92
Kelley Fox Wines
Kelley Fox Wines - Willamette Valley Chardonnay 2022 Willamette Valley Chardonnay
2022
€ 24,95 (ex Vat) € 30,19 (in Vat) more info
Robert Parker 96
Tan Fruit
Tan Fruit - White Walnut Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 White Walnut Vineyard Chardonnay
2022
€ 59,95 (ex Vat) € 72,54 (in Vat) more info
James Suckling 95
Weingut Wittmann
Weingut Wittmann - Westhofener Riesling 2022 Westhofener Riesling
2022
€ 27,95 (ex Vat) € 33,82 (in Vat) more info
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