Opalie de Château Coutet, Barsac 2013

The premier grand cru classé Château Coutet in Barsac, a commune within Sauternes famed for its sweet wines, is advised by the technical staff from Château Mouton Rothschild. The Opalie is a first of its kind dry white, a blend of 47% Semillon and 53% Sauvignon Blanc from vines over 40 years old. With some airing, the nose shows fresh fruit notes, especially white peach and citrus, mingling with white blossom and boxwood. On the palate the Opalie is lush yet bright, balancing creamy texture with vibrant acidity. Flavours of grapefruit, lemon zest, and stone fruits like peach and apricot are well-defined, leading to a long, mineral-driven finish with a whisper of oak from 9 months in French oak. This wine pairs perfectly with seafood, poultry, and creamy cheeses.