Barsac AOC

The great protected designation of origin of Bordeaux is very similar to the Sauternes appellation. These wines are more nervous and heady, with a little less smoothness but more fruitiness. The appellation produces sweet to syrupy white wines which are marked by an intense and deep nose with a warm and elegant bouquet. The aromatic palette is of a rare richness and harmoniously mixes notes of honey, toast, almond, oriental spices, dried apricot, mango and white peach. The grape varieties used are Muscadelle, Sauvignon and Semillon, the latter taking particularly well the noble rot developed by the fungus called "Botrytis cinerea". Combined with a manual harvest and successive passes through the vines to harvest the overripe grapes, the Château Coutet estate makes incomparable wines.

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Eye: In its youth, Barsac has a golden, brilliant and limpid colour evolving towards amber tints.

Nose: Very beautiful and powerful nose with intense notes of hazelnut, honey, candied fruits like apricot or orange.

Mouth: Nervous, lively and generous, Barsac takes you by surprise with its richness and power. A fresh, fruity and elegant wine with a beautiful aromatic expression and a long finish.

Ageing Potential : 3 to 15 years.

Serving temp. : 9-12 °C

FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS

WHITES The aromatic profile of Barsac makes it a perfect match for various dishes, starting with foie gras. It is also a perfect accompaniment to fine fish such as monkfish, shellfish, white meat with cream, poultry, Roquefort cheese, blue-veined cheeses and fruit salads. A rich, unctuous and generous wine, which is fresh, fruity and elegant at the same time.

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A UNIQUE CLIMATE

The Barsac appellation is located on the left bank of the Garonne at the mouth of the Ciron and benefits from a unique microclimate. The meeting of these two rivers causes an exceptional phenomenon of condensation favouring the development of "Botrytis cinerea", noble rot, which transforms the grapes and concentrates them. The wines of Barsac represent an aromatic richness with a palette of over 50 aromas.

THREE COMPLIMENTARY GRAPE VARIETIES

Semillon : Main grape variety of the AOC Barsac. Pretty golden colour. It brings aromatic finesse, harmony and complexity to the wines. Sémillon is complementary to Sauvignon.

Sauvignon Blanc : Very aromatic, nervous and full-bodied. Nice pale colour. It gives a beautiful aromatic richness to the wines.

Muscadelle : A minority and delicate grape variety. It harmonises with the other two varieties and also gives aromatic and powerful wines.

A SINGULAR WINE

From their youth, the wines of the Barsac AOC offer a unique aromatic palette. The colour is amber and the aromas are particularly complex.

Lighter wines: They should be drunk young. One finds notes of fresh fruit: white peaches, acacia flowers and citrus fruits.

The more golden wines : They are marked by aromas of dried fruits and candied fruits.

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