Domaine Couly-Dutheil - Chinon blanc Les Chanteaux 2023
93/100
Decanter
"Discover white Chinon, 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 beautifully with zucchini flower fritters, sole à l’amandine stuffed with green asparagus, Auvergne truffade, scallops with citrus butter, honey-roasted chicken, leek and asparagus risotto, and lobster bisque...
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 the sole winemaker. 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” Chinon René-Couly—a delightful wine that offers immediate pleasure.
Decanter
Wine rated (2026 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
An impressive complexity that is sure to develop over time. 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.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2026 guide): 2* Stars (Remarkable 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 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
4/5
based on 1 review
Review and comment by Mr. JEAN LUC L. Published on September 1, 2026
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