2015 Opalie de Chateau Coutet
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Quite rich in a Semillon sort of way but zesty and dry on the end. Good, if very distinctive, wine. A slight nod to Ygrec but so much livelier. Good stuff. (JR)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
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The 2015 Opalie de Coutet is a little youthfully mute, revealing delicate green guava, pineapple and lime leaves notes with wafts of crushed rocks and yeast extract. Dry and medium-bodied with great intensity, it fills the palate with citrus and mineral layers, supported by a racy acid line and finishing long. Should cellar gracefully over 4-5 years.
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.