"Long, ultra-raffinated tannins with subtle fruit juiciness." (Le Guide des Vins Bettane & Desseauve) Owners of Clos de l'Olive since 1951, the Couly-Dutheil family produces a cuvée that is all elegance and finesse, typical of the Loire region... even Tours! A bottle just the way we like it!
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Eye
Deep ruby red color
Nose
Explosive, with aromas of black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), dried fruits, licorice, and sweet spices.
Mouth
Round attack. Beautiful texture, persistent fruity aromas. Velvety tannins.
Serve
At 16-18°C
Drink from
2019
Drink before
2025
Food and wine pairings
Pairs perfectly with duck à l'orange and spices, roast mallard, capon stuffed with chestnuts, roast grouse, duck confit, or guinea fowl with peaches.
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2018 guide) 16,5/20 (Reference wine)
Winery rated 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About wine:
Long, ultra-raffinated tannins with subtle fruit juiciness.
About the estate:
Arnaud, who has been in place for several vintages now, is now solely in charge. Clos-de-l'Olive and Clos-de-l'Echo, the winery's two top wines, are wines for aging that best express their terroir, with the former offering depth and the latter offering power. Don't overlook the "simple" Chinon René-Couly, a beautiful moment of immediate pleasure.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2026 guide) 2 stars (Outstanding wine)
About the estate:
The Couly-Dutheil winery was founded in 1921 by Baptiste Dutheil; today it is run by Jacques Couly-Dutheil and his son Arnaud. With nearly 94 hectares of vineyards, including the prestigious Clos de l'Écho and Clos de l'Olive, a modern winery built into the rock, and impressive 10th-century cellars located beneath the Château de Chinon, it is an integral part of the Chinon wine-growing landscape. An essential reference.
Customer rating
4.3/5
based on 40 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. PHILIPPE J. Published on 04/23/2022
at the top
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Review and opinion by Mr. FREDERIC F. Published on 06/06/2020
The characteristics of Chinon and Cabernet Franc are clearly present. Fruity and velvety tannins.
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Note and opinion by Mr. GILLES D. Published on 05/24/2020
2015 vintage. First bottle opened in early 2019: purple-tinged color, nose with blackberry aromas that are also found on the palate, but the wine is still tight. It was therefore a good idea to wait until February 2020, because on the palate, the wine has blossomed, becoming full-bodied and fleshy, with noble, fine tannins. I gave it a score of 4.5, but I really hesitated to award this superb bottle a score of 5, given both its contents and its container. Drunk with honey-roasted quail. An unforgettable memory!
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Review and opinion by Ms. HELENE G. Published on 11/28/2018
Superb! A well-deserved legend!!
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Review and opinion by Mr. JEAN LUC L. Published on 10/18/2018
Is a benchmark in Chinon, and what a great year 2015 was. Pure pleasure!
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Note and opinion by Mr. GILBERT S. Published on 08/11/2025
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Review and opinion by Mr. STEPHANE G. Published on 04/16/2025
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Note and opinion by Mr. CLAUDE B. Published on 02/14/2025
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Note and opinion by Mr. ALAIN D. Published on 05/06/2024
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