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...
Varietal
Merlot : 60%
Cabernet sauvignon : 40%
Alcohol content
14% vol.
Weather conditions
2019 was marked by a fairly mild winter, resulting in early bud break. Spring rainfall was scarce and drought conditions set in in early summer. Rainfall in August provided a welcome relief for winegrowers.
Harvest
09/16/2019
Tasting
Colour is a deep garnet red.
Nose is intense and complex. After aeration, a tasty mixture of red fruits and vanilla notes emerges from the glass. A hint of spice enhances the whole.
The attack is frank. A nice volume emerges in the middle of the mouth, with well-melted tannins. The finish is very round. Notes of red fruit and liquorice dominate on the palate and bring a lot of gourmet pleasure.
Terroir
Gravel, clay sub-soil
In the vineyard
Pruning type: Double guyot with debudding
Grape Harvest: By hand or mechanical after manual sorting at the vine
Winemaking
In stainless-steel temperature controlled tanks with patented cap-breaking system.
Ageing
For 12 months in barrels with racking each trimester.
Serving
Serve between 15°C and 17°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Food pairings
Well-balanced, this is a wine that can wait a few more years or be enjoyed now, with lentil soup, tomato pie, or even baked beef.
Château de Rochemorin is located on one of the highest gravelly hilltops in the Pessac-Léognan appellation. Formerly owned by the famous philosopher Montesquieu, the Château is characterized by the great diversity of its terroir. Rigorous soil mapping has enabled us to match each grape variety to the terroir best suited to it. Its white wines seduce with their remarkable aromatic palette, combining freshness and complexity, while its red wines embody the finesse and elegance of great Bordeaux wines.
