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Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2023 Coutet is stellar. Soaring aromatics and bright acids drive through a core of lemon confit, apricot, mint, spice, passion fruit and pineapple. The interplay of deep, layered flavors and energy is so compelling. 04/2024

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Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2023 Coutet has a tightly-wound bouquet that demands more coaxing than its peers. It typically already possesses laser-sharp focus and is less flamboyant than fellow Barsacs, underpinned and sharpened by its limestone soils. The palate is well balanced with intense botrytised fruit, lightly spiced dried honey and orange rind notes, just a hint of apricot in the background, stretching out on the finish that lingers on the tongue. I am not sure it is the best Coutet in recent years, but it is certainly a very fine contribution to the vintage that should age well in bottle. 04/2024

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Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

The 2023 Château Coutet is another decadent, powerful Barsac in the vintage. Honeyed orange, toasted spices, sautéed pineapple, and assorted tropical, floral notes all just about jump from the glass, and it's full-bodied on the palate, with a wealth of fruit, good acidity, and a great finish. 05/2024

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Jean-Marc Quarin

Jean-Marc Quarin

Couleur dorée. Nez intense, fruité. Touches d'iode et de coquille d'huîtres. Magique en entrée de bouche, fondant au milieu, le vin évolue complexe et savoureux vers une belle finale au toucher subtil. Assemblage : 95 % sémillon, 4 % sauvignon blanc, 1 % muscadelle. Degré d'alcool : 13,5° - pH : 3,66. Sucres résiduels : 165 gr/l. Rendement : 6 hl/ha. 04/2024

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James Suckling

James Suckling

A Barsac with dried-apple, apricot and spice character. The botrytis comes through with a healthy and clean nature to it. Medium-bodied and medium-sweet with a spicy finish. 04/2024