Wine Advisor
Opalie de Coutet 2015
Description
Tasting notes
Reviewed by: Lisa Perrotti-Brown
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.
Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2015 Opalie de Coutet has a fresh, nicely delineated bouquet with dandelion and honeysuckle scents complementing the citrus fruit. The palate is well balanced with a keen line of acidity, a little fatness on the mid-palate and a lovely smear of acacia honey toward the finish. Excellent.
About the Producer
Opalie de Château Coutet is a fine dry white wine that offers an alternative expression of Semillon and Sauvignon, showcasing a different vision of the clay-limestone soil of Barsac and revealing a unique balance that highlights its minerality. The grapes used in the production of Opalie de Château Coutet come from vineyards with an average age of 45 years, carefully cultivated in selected plots. The winemaking process involves vinification and maturation in barrels, which adds complexity and depth to the wine. By utilizing this technique, Château Coutet aims to craft a white wine that embodies the terroir and character of Barsac while offering a distinct and refined taste experience. Opalie de Château Coutet represents the winery's dedication to producing high-quality wines that reflect the unique qualities of their vineyards and showcase the potential of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes in the Barsac region.