AOC Pessac-Léognan
"Couchiroy" or "Couche Roi" in Gascon. According to legend, one stormy evening, King Henri IV, returning from the Battle of Coutras, stopped here for a rest. This red Pessac-Léognan is easy-to-enjoy, smooth and fruity. It nevertheless displays the elegance and finesse typical of wines from this region of Bordeaux Graves. Château Coucheroy has classic blackcurrant and smoky aromas reminiscent of the atmosphere in a gentleman's club...
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Cabernet sauvignon : 55%
Merlot : 45%
Teneur en alcool
13.5% vol.
Conditions météorologiques
2018 was one of the warmest years since 1900, featuring above-average temperatures, the second hottest summer to date, and abundant sunshine... Heavy rainfall in the first half of the year was followed by persistent, near-record drought conditions in September.
Vendanges
09/15/2018
Dégustation
Lovely, very deep garnet-red colour.
This wine displays tremendous intensity and complexity on the nose. Swirling in the glass reveals a delicious array of red fruit, tobacco and vanilla aromas, underpinned by a touch of spice.
Starts out straightforward, with a noticeable, yet not excessive, tannic structure. The wine becomes full-bodied mid-palate, with smooth tannins, culminating in a wonderfully round finish. Notes of red fruit and liquorice fill the palate, making for an eminently enjoyable wine. This wonderfully balanced 2018 Coucheroy will gladly withstand ageing for a few years.
Terroir
Gravel, clay sub-soil
Vigne
Pruning type: Double guyot with debudding
Grape Harvest: By hand or mechanical after manual sorting at the vine
Vinification
In stainless-steel temperature controlled tanks with patented cap-breaking system.
Elevage
For 12 months in barrels with racking each trimester.
Service
Serve between 15°C and 17°C
Potentiel de garde
5 to 10 years
Accords gourmands
The perfect partner for stuffed tomatoes, Basque-style chicken, or a nice steak.
