2015 Couhins-Lurton Blanc

Tasted at the André Lurton tasting in London. The 2015 Couhins-Lurton Blanc was impressive from barrel and now in bottle it continues to perform at a high level. There is great concentration on the nose with scents of honeysuckle, white flowers, a touch of marmalade and quince. The palate is quite rounded on the entry although a rein is kept on the richness by the acidity. There are veins of orange pith and a touch of spice toward the long and persistent finish. This is very fine, quintessential dry white Bordeaux. Tasted June 2017.

Pear drop and lemon rind aromas and flavors. Full body. Fruity and straightforward. Minerally undertone to this. Intense. Mar 2016, www.JamesSuckling.com

Apricot stones with fleshy nectarines and citrus zest – this pulls off a weighty yet restrained feel that could just do with the tiniest more grip on the finish to really take off. But still a very lovely full and persistent wine. Would be great with food. Apr 2016, Jane Anson, www.Decanter.com, Drink: 2017-2025