{"product_id":"chartreuse-de-coutet-sauternes-2016-0375l","title":"Chartreuse de Coutet Sauternes 2016 0.375L","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"onsqyn\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"49\"\u003eChartreuse de Coutet 2016 Sauternes, France\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"412\"\u003eChartreuse de Coutet 2016 is the second wine of Château Coutet, the historic Barsac estate recognized as a Premier Grand Cru Classé in 1855. This 0.375L half bottle brings the refined sweet style of Coutet in an accessible format, with botrytized grapes from the same estate, 8 manual picking rounds, and 18 months of aging in French oak barriques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"14jexaw\" data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"439\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eChâteau Coutet is located in Barsac, within the famous Sauternes area, where mist, calcareous soils, and noble rot together form the basis for great sweet white Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"817\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eLocation \/ Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Coutet is located in Barsac, an appellation within the Sauternes region. Barsac is known for a cooler terroir expression, which means the wines often retain a lot of freshness and tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"1061\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eClimate \u0026amp; influences:\u003c\/strong\u003e The microclimate arises between the Garonne, the Ciron, and the forests of the Landes. Morning mist and warmer afternoons stimulate the development of Botrytis cinerea, while the grapes build their concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soils around Château Coutet are clay-limestone and relatively cool. This slows down ripening and helps preserve the vibrant acidity, which is essential for balance in Sauternes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1475\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the 2016 vintage, harvesting took place from September 30 to November 8. The harvest consisted of 8 consecutive manual picking rounds, selecting only grapes with the right concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1nispz6\" data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1502\"\u003eVinification and aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eThe vinification of Chartreuse de Coutet 2016 aligns with the classic working method of great Sauternes, with barrel fermentation and long aging in French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; selection:\u003c\/strong\u003e A team of 90 pickers brought in small quantities of grapes daily. This careful selection is consistent with working with noble rot, where not every bunch has the right concentration at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"2075\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fermentation takes place in barriques. This gives the wine extra texture and ensures that the sweet richness is supported by structure from the very beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2297\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003eAging \/ Oak aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine ages for 18 months in 100% French oak barriques. This aging adds refined spice and roundness, without losing the fresh citrus and minerality from the 2016 vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"9tra1w\" data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003eGrape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003eThe blend of Chartreuse de Coutet 2016 follows the classic structure of Sauternes, with Sémillon as the main grape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2440\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e75% Sémillon – Barsac:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sémillon forms the broad base of the wine and provides volume, honeyed depth, and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003e23% Sauvignon Blanc – Barsac:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sauvignon Blanc brings citrus, freshness, and extra tension to the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2784\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003e2% Muscadelle – Barsac:\u003c\/strong\u003e Muscadelle adds a subtle floral touch and enhances the aromatic lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1kwabyh\" data-start=\"2786\" data-end=\"2817\"\u003eTasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2819\" data-end=\"3061\"\u003eLight yellow with golden reflections, followed by aromas of acacia blossom, linden blossom, and fresh citrus. The taste is lively and mineral, with a fresh attack, fine sweetness, and a finish where licorice and dried fruit emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3063\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3065\" data-end=\"3088\"\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve Chartreuse de Coutet 2016 at 10–12 °C, so that the freshness remains crisp and the sweet concentration is beautifully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3358\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3230\"\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve with foie gras, blue cheese, tarte tatin, crème brûlée, fruit desserts with citrus, or mildly spicy Asian dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1npllzg\" data-start=\"3360\" data-end=\"3398\"\u003eMore information about Château Coutet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3400\" data-end=\"3803\"\u003eChâteau Coutet is one of the oldest wineries in Barsac and began as a wine estate in 1643. The name Coutet comes from Gascon and refers to a knife, a nod to the fresh, sharp style for which the house is known. Since 1977, the Baly family has owned the estate, with Philippe, Dominique, and later Aline Baly as important figures behind the modern development of Château Coutet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eigen Import","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45455887990863,"sku":"R19816H","price":14.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/ChartreusedeCoutet0_375L.webp?v=1781167398","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/products\/chartreuse-de-coutet-sauternes-2016-0375l","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}