1997 Château Coutet Sauternes-Barsac, Premier Cru Classé
February 17, 2010 by Becky Sue Epstein
Filed under Tasting Notes
Light aromas with Coutet’s typical pineapple predominating, then opening in this big, mature wine. Balance overlays sweetness. It holds its own with cake and enhances blue cheese.
WHO: Château Coutet
WHAT: Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc
WHERE: Sauternes-Barsac, Appellation Barsac Controlée
WHEN: 1997
HOW MUCH: $70; trade sample
