21710 customer reviews
“You read that correctly—‘pur sans’ (pure without), not ‘pur sang’ (thoroughbred), on the label: a Chinon with no added sulfites, which immediately reveals its personality through a brilliant purple color and a pleasant concentration of ripe fruit accented by spices. Intense fruitiness that lingers on the palate, which is round and supple, with fine, subtle tannins that add to its elegance.” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2023)
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Eye
Ruby-colored dress
Nose
Fresh and pleasant, with aromas of red fruits and flowers
Palate
Fresh and lively—a wine to enjoy
Serve
At 14-16°C
Drink before
2023
Food and Wine Pairings
It pairs perfectly with an aperitif, a light summer meal, cold cuts, goat cheese, and—why not?—fish...
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Bettane & Desseauve
Rated 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
About the estate:
Arnaud, who has been at the helm for several vintages now, is now solely in 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 with depth, and the latter with power. Don’t overlook the “simple” René-Couly Chinon, a delightful source of immediate pleasure.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2023 guide) 2* Stars (Outstanding Wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide): 2* Stars (Remarkable wine)
About the wine:
You read that right—"pur sans" (pure without), not "pur sang" (thoroughbred), on the label: a Chinon with no added sulfites, which immediately reveals its personality through a brilliant purple hue and a pleasant concentration of ripe fruit accented by spices. Its intense fruitiness lingers on the palate, which is round and supple, with fine, subtle tannins that add to its elegance.
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 10th-century cellars located beneath the Château de Chinon, it is an integral part of the Chinon wine-growing landscape. An essential reference.
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