Château Coutet
Sauternes & Barsac
PHILIPPE ET DOMINIQUE BALY
Recognised as one of the finest wines in its appellation, Château Coutet was ranked a first growth in 1855.
A STORY
In few words
Coutet is one of the oldest estates in the Sauternes region and has an outstanding architectural heritage and terroir. Château Coutet belonged to the Lur Saluces family for over a century and is currently owned and managed by Philippe and Dominique Baly, with technical and commercial assistance from Baron Philippe de Rothschild S.A., who have exclusive distribution rights.
The name “Coutet“ comes from the Gascon word for “couteau“, meaning “knife”, in reference to the wine’s fresh, vibrant acidity and unique crispness. When young, Château Coutet has aromas of white flowers, citrus, honey, and vanilla. Noble rot comes through with age, revealing a deep, delicate bouquet with hints of spice and candied fruit.
At the head
The Château Managers
Philippe BALY
Manager
Aline BALY
Marketing and Communication Director
THE CHATEAU
Key numbers
Surface
44 ha
Production
42,000 bottles
Geology
Clay-limestone
Grape Varieties
75 % Sémillon, 23 % Sauvignon Blanc, 2 % Muscadelle
Ageing
18 months in French oak barrels
New barrels: 90% - 100%
Second wine
La Chartreuse de Coutet
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