A.D. Coutelas "Cuvée 1809" Brut Champagne
92BH
$64.99
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Burghound
Reviewed October 2016If you enjoy overtly yeasty Champagne this would make a good choice as there is plenty of it here framing the relatively elegant nose that combines notes of citrus, white flowers, pear and apple scents that display wisps of secondary development. The old vines definitely are in evidence here with fine mid-palate density that is supported by a moderately fine mousse, all wrapped in a delicious, sappy and lingering finish. This isn't a particularly refined example but I quite like it for its complexity and clear concentration.
Staff Reviews
GW
This stunning all barrel fermented blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir has the length and finesse to compete with the finest Champagne in the store. Angelique Coutelas ties the top of every one of the 3000 bottles they produce of this with twine- a rewind to the methods of 200 years ago in Champagne. She is one of only three of four people left in the region that knows the technique and has one of the ancient machines for this process! The Champagne is subtle, compelling and loaded with long mineral driven drive!
JP
Jonathan Parnell
Review Date: 04/2026Jonathan Parnell
Pale gold color. Aromas of jasmine, toast and brioche. The palate gives crisp green apple, yeast, orange marmalade and pear, with a kiss of honey. Fine bubbles with a long finish.
CM
Craig Morris
Review Date: 02/2025Craig Morris
I was blown away by this bottle. There is so much value here for the money. I would put this up against any of the big houses. The quality for the price here is unbelievable. The time and attention this bottle has received is remarkable. Besides the tie around the cork, which is hand-tied in an old, nearly forgotten tradition of Champagne, there is 8 years of lees aging on this bottle! This wine is so rich and complex, full of minerals, and a lovely acidity to balance it all out. Honestly, this wine should be twice the price, but let's not let wine-maker Angelique Coutelas know that!
Notes
The Cuvée 1809 from Coutelas is spectacular Champagne composed of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir from vines that are more than 40 years old. It is vinified in oak without malolactic fermentation and aged for over eight years on the lees, on a cork, not a crown cap. It is very dry Champagne, with only six grams per liter of dosage. It has flavors of white truffles and intriguing earth. This is Champagne for connoisseurs. It has a very chalky, powerful, fresh finish. This is serious Champagne, and great to try when you feel like you've had it all! (Gary Westby, K&L Champagne buyer)
Details
| Origin | Champagne, France |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Other White Wines |
| Alcohol Content | 12.5% |
| SKU | 1110494 |