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Decanter: After tasting this barrel sample on three occasions, including with owner Jacques Lurton, I am convinced of the excellent quality from this 100% Sauvignon Blanc, as it evinces aromas and flavours of ripe pear, wet stone, chamomile, red apple, and lemon leading to a long finish. The wine shows impressive dry extract and depth, the 14% alcohol reflecting full ripeness. Although the harvest was entirely in August, it was not too early for fear of losing acidity, which resulting in some underripe or aggressive white wines in 2025, but not here. ageing includes 400-litre amphorae for added freshness, while lees stirring accentuates palate breadth. Healthy yields of 32 hl/ha."
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James Suckling: Citrusy and delicious, with tension, precision and drive. It’s medium-bodied with crisp acidity. Salty and energetic with a long finish."
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Vinum: Kräuterwürzig, mit Parmesan und exotischen Früchten im Duft; am Gaumen frisch, strukturiert, dicht und konzentriert, mit prägnanter, erfrischender Säure und einer sehr guten Länge im Abgang; endet sehr salzig, hallt lange nach."
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Falstaff: Helles Gelbgrün, Silberreflexe. Feine gelbe Tropenfrucht, zart nach Babyananas, florale Nuancen, frisches Bukett. Saftig, stoffig, reife Mango, frischer Säurebogen, zitronig-salzig im Abgang, dezente Fruchtsüße im Nachhall, ein vielseitiger Speisenbegleiter, gutes Potenzial."
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The Wine Cellar Insider: Lemon curd, flowers, green apples, and fresh herbs are ready to pop in the aromatics. There is lift, and zest to the juicy, sweet, citrus on the palate. The wine is clean, long, and vibrant from start to finish. The berries are close to 100% whole-bunch pressed and aged in a combination of new and used French oak barrels, amphora, and finished in stainless steel vats. The wine is produced with 100% Sauvignon Blanc. 14% ABV. Drink from 2027-2036."
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Lisa Perrotti-Brown: The 2025 Couhins-Lurton Blanc skips out with bright notes of grapefruit, lemonade, and fresh green apples, plus hints of chalk dust and honeysuckle. The medium-bodied palate is crisp and vibrant with intense citrusy flavors and a chalky finish."
