The vineyard was originally planted in 1988 with the intention ofproducing base wine for sparkling production but over the years has beengradually transitioned to Chardonnay and Pinot Noir for table wine
Hand picked from our Glendon Vineyard Padthaway and whole pressed with partial barrel fermentation to add texture and complexity
Once fermentation is complete and the “free run juice” is run off
Shows pure varietal aromas of cassis and leafy herbaceousness combined with nuances of fine French oak
light in style with juicy red berry fruit
Chateau Coutet, 1er G.C.C, 1855 Barsac 375ml 2009 blend The vineyard was originally plantedCreated by the Baly family in 1977, La Chartreuse de Coutet is the second wine of Chteau Coutet. Made with the same care, born from the same vines, with a blend representative of the varietal mix in the vineyard, la Chartreuse de Coutet is a distinguished Sauternes.