Thought Haut-Brion’s second would just sit there for an hour? Wrong. Gonzo.

On a sweeter note…

Time for Sauternes!

For its golden age, impeccable balance, and BANG FOR THE BUCK, we challenge you to find a better one.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate defines Coutet as “one of the finest Barsac estates” and that’s obviously so, as it hit the #3 spot on Wine Spectator’s Top-100 in 2017: “Owned and operated by the Baly family since 1977, Bordeaux’s Château Coutet derives its name from the Gascon word for knife, referencing the “cut” imparted by the Barsac appellation’s unique soil, whose limestone content gives its sweet wines their signature crisp, lively impression.”

It’s hard to pick the sweetest deal today, but this sure qualifies as a runner-up.

You know you NEED this dozen-year-mature noble-rot-kissed elixir for just 55 bucks!

While it lasts…

97 Points – Wine Spectator

“White peach, pineapple, white ginger, orange zest and green fig notes are clear and racy, while green almond, brioche, pear and yellow apple details wait in reserve. Offers stunning range and polish, showing terrific energy and cut on the finish. This just makes you feel special when you drink it. An estate that has been rising steadily for a while now. Best from 2016 through 2035.”

96 Points – Antonio Galloni’s Vinous

“Bright golden yellow. Ripe tropical fruit, peach, marzipan and honey on the captivating nose, complicated by ample botrytis of crystalline purity. Big, dense and suave on the palate, with rich, ripe peach and apricot flavors lifted by a bright floral note. Finishes very long and creamy, with hints of earth and herbs. With 6 g/l total acidity and 155 g/l residual sugar, this marvelously balanced wine magically combines power and refinement. Another great Coutet in the making. Drink 2022-2040.”