Château Couhins
AOC Pessac-Leognan
Château Couhins (“Confins” or “Border” in old Gascon) takes its name from its geographical position on the border of the old Comté d’Ornon, marked by a stream called the Eau Blanche. Until the seventeenth century the château of Couhins and Carbonnieux were part of the same estate.
Their wine-production probably dates back to ancient times, like many of the large vineyards on the edge of the city of Bordeaux.
The property has obtained the HEV3 certification since 2017.
Situation
Covers 19ha with red grape varieties
Grape varieties
50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 3%Petit-verdot
Soil
Gravelly hilltop, Clay slope on a limestone base, Sand-clay zone
Ageing
12 months in French oak barrels, 1/3 new barrels
Available Vintages
Alcohol
14°
Blending
Merlot 50%, cabernet sauvignon 40%, cabernet franc 9% et petit verdot 1%
Description
With supple tannins, refined aromas of cedar and raspberry, great finesse on the nose and palate, and harmonious aromatic complexity, it perfectly embodies the elegance of the great Graves wines and their longevity.
Tasting
“This is a fruity wine with lovely acidity and a firm background of tannins. The black-currant and berry flavors are up front, giving delicious acidity and a crisp aftertaste. Drink this fruity wine from 2023.” – Wine Enthousiast
Alcohol
13,5°
Blending
Merlot 50%, cabernet sauvignon 40%, cabernet franc 9% et petit verdot 1%
Description
With supple tannins, refined aromas of cedar and raspberry, great finesse on the nose and palate, and harmonious aromatic complexity, it perfectly embodies the elegance of the great Graves wines and their longevity.
Tasting
“The 2017 Couhins is composed of 45% Merlot, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot. It was aged for 16 months in French oak barrels, 33% new. Medium to deep garnet-purple color, it features notes of baked plums, warm cassis and black raspberries with hints of black tea, tapenade and lavender. Medium-bodied, the palate is a little hollow with a chewy texture and an abrupt finish.” – Wine Advocate
