Château Couhins-Lurton Red 2015

Château Couhins-Lurton | Red

AOC Pessac-Léognan

Présentation

Château Couhins-Lurton is the emblematic estate of the André Lurton family. With a sublime terroir of gravel and clay, the red wines are made from fruity and smooth Merlot grapes of great elegance and a sophisticated smokiness.

Le vin

Cépages

Merlot : 60%

Cabernet sauvignon : 40%

Teneur en alcool

14.5% vol.

Conditions météorologiques

2015 was the third warmest year since 1900... Drought conditions, above-average monthly temperatures and sunshine (in the first half of the year), cool nights and hot weather in August accompanying véraison (colour change) were all ideal for the vines!

Vendanges

09/17/2015

Dégustation

This 2015 red Château Couhins-Lurton is absolutely charming and elegant. It is rich, heady,
round, and full-bodied – a real treat for the taste buds. The tannin is well-integrated. Showing
beautiful length, hints of vanilla, and slightly toasty overtones, this 2015 fulfils the promise of
this great vintage.

Les informations techniques

Terroir

Gravel

Vigne

Pruning type: Double guyot with debudding.
Grape Harvest: By hand.

Vinification

In stainless-steel temperature controlled tanks with patented cap-breaking system.

Elevage

For 12 months in oak barrels (40% new) with racking.

Le service

Service

Serve between 16°C and 18°C.

Potentiel de garde

10 to 15 years

Accords gourmands

Roast poultry, white meats.

92 - 94/100

Barrel Sample. This is a wine that has already brought together some fine elements, with the dark fruits, rich tannins and concentrated structure. There is plenty of acidity at the end to give it freshness.

Roger Voss
2016-04-11

92/100

Another very polished and refined Pessac with chocolate, berry, stone and currant aromas and flavors. Full body, integrated tannins and a flavorful finish. Needs a couple years to come completely together but already so good. Drink in 2020.


2018-02-03

91/100

An estate only classified for its white yet is worth following for its reds also. Aged in 40% new oak for 12 months, this is a full and rich expression of black fruits finishes with ground coffee and charred oak. Drinking window : 2019 - 2032.

Jane Anson
2016-04-19

17/20

Mid crimson. Scented, distinctly lifted. Very opulently polished. This tastes like a well-loved vintage car looks. Pure pleasure. Drink 2022 - 2034.


2016-04-22

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