The Clos de l'Echo 2020 vineyard is iconic: located in the center of Chinon, opposite the town's famous fortress, it enjoys a unique location, but it is also one of the most renowned wines in the appellation. It is rich, ripe, and full-bodied. Supple on the palate, with a powerful current of tannins and a concentration that drives it forward, this is a great wine. The warmth of the vintage contributes to the sensation of volume (it also has an alcohol content of 14.5%, which is a little high). Aromas of ripe raspberries, blackberries, dark chocolate, and spices linger in the long finish." (Vinous)
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Eye
Deep ruby red color
Nose
Captivating, powerful, and complex, with aromas of dark fruit and spices.
Mouth
Generous, full-bodied, structured, balanced, dense and promising tannins, and superb fruit aromas.
Serve
Between 15 et 18°C
Drink before
2031+
Food and wine pairings
Pairs perfectly with pheasant casserole, rack of lamb with herb crust, wild boar with cranberries, braised beef chuck...
Bettane & Desseauve
Winery rated 2 stars (A serious and recommendable production, but a little more consistent and uniform than the previous one)
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.
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 92/100
About wine:
The Clos de l'Echo 2020 vineyard is iconic: located in the center of Chinon, opposite the town's famous fortress, it enjoys a unique location, but it is also one of the most renowned wines in the appellation. It is rich, ripe, and full-bodied. Supple on the palate, with a powerful current of tannins and a concentration that drives it forward, it is a great wine. The warmth of the vintage contributes to the sensation of volume (it also has an alcohol content of 14.5%, which is a little high). Aromas of ripe raspberries, blackberries, dark chocolate, and spices linger in the long finish. The 2020 is an intense wine, but it lacks a little finesse at this level of maturity.
Concours international des Cabernets
Rated wine (2024 guide) Gold Medal
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Note and opinion by Mr. BERNARD D. Published on 12/28/2025
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