Château COUHINS
Dry white Grand cru classé
- 2021
- Pessac-Leognan white
This classified growth, owned by INRA, has grown considerably since the Institute's researchers decided to apply the results of their most advanced research to it, and the arrival of Mr Derenoncourt as an advisor. In a rather lively and tense style, Couhins is today by its price the best deal among the white classified growths of Pessac-Léognan.
The 2021 vintage in the press:
Vinous (A. Galloni - December 2023): 93/100 “The 2021 Couhins Blanc turned out beautifully. Bright and focused, the 2021 possesses tons of verve that gives the wine its distinctive character. Lemon peel, sage, mint, crushed rocks and slate all race out of the glass. This is impeccably done."
- To keep or to drink :
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée :
- 2023-2030
- Organic certification :
- 2022
From the same producer
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This classified growth, owned by INRA, has grown considerably since the Institute's researchers decided to apply the results of their most advanced research to it, and the arrival of Mr Derenoncourt as an advisor. In a rather lively and tense style, Couhins is today by its price the best deal among the white classified growths of Pessac-Léognan.
The 2020 vintage in the press:
Vinous (A.Galloni-February 2023): 93/100 “The Couhins Blanc 2020, 100% Sauvignon Blanc, is bright, lively and very expressive. White pepper, sage, mint and tomato leaf combine with a core of citrus. I really like the energy of this wine”.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2030
- Blend:
- 100% Sauvignon
- Organic certification:
- 2022
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This classified growth, owned by INRA, has grown considerably since the Institute's researchers decided to apply the results of their most advanced research to it, and the arrival of Mr Derenoncourt as an advisor. In a rather lively and tense style, Couhins is today by its price the best deal among the white classified growths of Pessac-Léognan.
The 2017 vintage in the press:
Vinous (A.Galloni-December 2019): 93/100 “Couhins Blanc 2017 is airy, graceful and weightless, with tons of sauvignon blanc character. Lemon zest, white flowers, chamomile and white pepper unite in a bright, finely cut and chiseled white, loaded with personality.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2021-2030
- Potential alcohol:
- 13%
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Couhins' clear progress, seen in white wine since 2009, is now being felt in red wine. Here, it is not power that is sought but balance, aromatic delicacy and palatability.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2021-2030
- Blend:
- 50% Cabernet Sauvignon 43% Merlot 7% Petit Verdot
- Organic certification:
- 2022
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Couhins' clear progress, seen in white wine since 2009, is now being felt in red wine. Here, it is not power that is sought but balance, aromatic delicacy and palatability.
The 2021 vintage in the press:
Vinous (A. Galloni - February 2024): 92/100 “Couhins 2021 is a dark wine. Black cherry, leather, licorice, mocha and grilled herbs express the savory character of a Cabernet Sauvignon from a cold site in a cold year. Overall depth and intensity are good, although some angular contours remain.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2021-2030
- Organic certification:
- 2022
-
Couhins' clear progress, seen in white wine since 2009, is now being felt in red wine. Here, it is not power that is sought but balance, aromatic delicacy and palatability.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2021-2030
- Potential alcohol:
- 14.5%