This estate in Saint-Emilion, the oldest in the hands of the same family, has produced a wine with plenty of potential. It is still structured, the black fruit and licorice aromas reflected in the dense tannins and black currant flavors.

Spiced cherries, plums, iron and a touch of chocolate. Round, fresh and fleshy on the palate with medium to full body and firm, polished tannins. Structured and pretty long. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.

A blend of 60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, 3% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Prayssac, the 2022 Coutet offers up aromas of cassis, spices, licorice and dark wild berries intertwined with menthol hints. Medium to full-bodied, seamless and velvety, it's framed by a good chassis of tannins and has good depth at the core enhanced by a delicately oaky touch in the mid-palate, concluding with a long, licorice-inflected finish. This is a well-crafted, classic Saint-Emilion grand cru.