Château Coutet, Opalie de Coutet 2020
Château Coutet, Opalie de Coutet 2020 is a dry, medium-bodied white from Sémillon (Sauternes, France), in the rich, round whites style. Acidity is fresh; oak influence is little. Good with roast chicken, blue cheese, creamy pasta, lobster.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Château Doisy-Daëne, Bordeaux Grand Vin Sec, Dubourdieu 2023 Château Doisy-Daëne · Bordeaux | £29.95 | |||
| Château Latour-Martillac Blanc 2020 Château Latour-Martillac · Bordeaux | £34.90 | |||
| Château Doisy-Daëne, Bordeaux Grand Vin Sec, Dubourdieu 2019 Château Doisy-Daëne · Bordeaux | £35.00 | |||
| Clos des Lunes, Lune d'Argent, Bordeaux Sec 2024 Clos des Lunes · Bordeaux | £23.50 |
On the palate the Opalie is lush yet bright, balancing creamy texture with vibrant acidity. Flavours of grapefruit, lemon zest, and stone fruits like peach and apricot are well-defined, leading to a long, mineral-driven finish with a whisper of oak from subtle barrel aging. This wine pairs excellently with seafood, poultry, creamy cheeses, or dishes with fresh herbs, and it should age gracefully, adding complexity as it matures. Opalie de Château Coutet is an alternative expression of Sémillon and Sauvignon in a fine dry white wine. Another vision of the clay-limestone soil of Barsac, traditionally known for its sweet wines, another balance to reveal its minerality. The grapes come from vines with an average age of 45 years, grown in selected plots.