Rating: Gault Millau 16/20 (Coup de Coeur), Bettane & Desseauve 14.5/20
“This beautifully crafted Chinon is powerful, with an expressive nose of red and black fruits and some herbaceous notes. On the palate, the wine is noble, quite full-bodied, and fairly dense. The tannins are present but not overpowering, framing a delightful fruitiness.” (Les Meilleurs Vins de France 2011 – Gault Millau)
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Eye
A brilliant, very deep red color with garnet highlights
Nose
explosive, with aromas of dark fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), dried fruits, licorice, and mild spices
Palate
round attack, rich body, lovely, lingering fruity aromas
Serve
decant at 15-18°C
Open
1 hour ago
Drink from
2011
Drink before
2019
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des volailles rôties ou à la broche, une pièce de bœuf grillée ou rôtie...<br/>
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 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 with depth and the latter with power. Don’t overlook the “simple” René-Couly Chinon, a delightful wine that offers immediate pleasure.
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
4.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. ARNAUD D. Published on March 25, 2024
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Review by Mr. JEAN CHARLES D. Published on September 26, 2012
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