Domaine Couly-Dutheil - Chinon blanc Les Chanteaux 2023
93/100
Decanter
“Discover Chinon Blanc, a gourmet wine that pairs beautifully with a wide variety of dishes”
“Impressive complexity that is sure to blossom with age. It features all the beautiful fruity and honeyed aromas typical of Chenin, accompanied by notes of rye bread and fresh hay, as well as hints of toasted nuts and caramel. It has a lovely texture, great creaminess, and a subtle herbaceous note on the finish. A Chenin from Chinon at the top of its game.” (Decanter 2026)
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Eye
Pale gold, crystal-clear color
Nose
Intense, crisp, and very aromatic, with floral, mineral, and citrus notes
Palate
Fruity, delicate, smooth, and rich, with a lovely finish
Serve
Between 8° et 10°C
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairings
It pairs perfectly with zucchini flower fritters, sole à l’amandine stuffed with green asparagus, Auvergne truffade, scallops in citrus butter, honey-roasted chicken, leek and asparagus risotto, and lobster bisque...
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.
Decanter
Wine rated (2026 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
An impressive complexity that is sure to blossom with age. It features all the beautiful fruity and honeyed aromas typical of Chenin, accompanied by notes of rye bread and fresh hay, as well as hints of toasted nuts and caramel. It has a lovely texture, great smoothness, and a subtle herbaceous note on the finish. A Chenin from Chinon at the peak of its form.
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
(2019 vintage)
3.9/5
based on 9 reviews
Review by Mr. CHRISTOPHE H. Published on 02/20/2022
This white Chinon offers a nice balance and freshness, and is a great value for the price
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Review by Mr. LIONEL D. Posted on January 5, 2022
Delightfully fruity
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Review by Mr. CHRISTIAN P. Posted on 02/16/2025
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Review by Mr. ALEXANDRE L. Posted on 02/09/2024
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Review by Mr. FREDERIC B. Posted on 02/21/2022
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Review by Mr. BENOIT P. Posted on 12/22/2021
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