Château Coutet
Château Coutet Barsac
Barsac
1997
Vintage
Varietal
Sémillon
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2004-2033), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2033, with a drinking horizon to 2044.
The ‘97 Château Coutet Barsac.
Château Coutet Barsac 1997 is a Sémillon from France.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Château Coutet Barsac 1997 has a full body and balanced acidity.
The 1997 vintage
Château Coutet's 1997 Barsac is a Sémillon from France.
About Château Coutet
Château Coutet's Barsac is a Sémillon from France.
From the cellar: pair with
Foie gras
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Blue cheese
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Dessert cakes
The pairing also suits the wine's full body.
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Frequently Asked
What is Château Coutet Barsac 1997?
Château Coutet Barsac 1997 is a Sémillon from France.
What does Château Coutet Barsac 1997 taste like?
Château Coutet Barsac 1997 has a full body and balanced acidity.
When should Château Coutet Barsac 1997 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2002-2044. Within that arc, the peak window is 2004-2033. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Château Coutet Barsac 1997?
Pair this wine with Foie gras; Blue cheese; or Dessert cakes.