The estate’s latest creation, the Blanc de Franc cuvée, is made from a red grape variety (Cabernet Franc). This white wine opens up harmoniously with floral aromas—particularly white rose—and fruity notes reminiscent of red berries. It is a full-bodied, supple wine, full of freshness. Perfect as an aperitif with tapas... Unique in the world and truly original!
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Eye
beautiful pale gold dress
Nose
with floral notes of white rose and fruity notes reminiscent of red berries
Palate
full-bodied, smooth, and with a refreshing finish
Serve
at 5-8°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink from
2014
Drink before
2018
Food and wine pairings
Perfect as an aperitif, with tapas, fish, or seafood salads...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2 stars (A solid, recommendable production, though slightly more conventional and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
Arnaud, who has been at the helm for several vintages now, is now in sole charge. The Clos-de-l’Olive and the Clos-de-l’Écho, the winery’s two flagship wines, are age-worthy wines that best express their terroir—the former through depth and the latter through power. Don’t overlook the “simple” René-Couly Chinon, a delightful wine offering immediate pleasure.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2*Stars (Outstanding wine)
About the estate:
The Couly-Dutheil estate was founded in 1921 by Baptiste Dutheil; today it is run by Jacques Couly-Dutheil and his son Arnaud. With vineyards spanning nearly 94 hectares, including the prestigious Clos de l'Écho and Clos de l'Olive, a modern winery carved into the rock, and impressive 16th-century cellars located beneath the Château de Chinon, it is an integral part of the Chinon wine region’s landscape. An essential reference.
Customer rating
3.2/5
based on 8 reviews
Review by Mr. CHRISTIAN B. Posted on 12/06/2016
Pretty average, modern but not very interesting
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Review by Mr. ERIC L. Posted on September 30, 2014
A little too tart for my taste. I'll try to wait.
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Review by Mr. CLAUDE C. Posted on April 20, 2020
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Review by Mr. JEAN CLAUDE B. Posted on March 5, 2017
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Review by Mr. WILLY D. Posted on 12/19/2014
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Review by Mr. RENE J. Posted on November 20, 2014
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Review by Mr. ROMAIN D. Published on 11/12/2014
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Review by Mr. ERIC C. Posted on September 27, 2014
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