COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Vignobles André Lurton
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Coucheroy Rouge is a red wine from the Pessac-Léognan AOC in Bordeaux, produced by Vignobles André Lurton. This family-owned company has a long-standing tradition in Bordeaux winemaking. The wine's name, 'Coucheroy,' is thought to have historical origins, possibly referencing King Henri IV. The estate is situated on gravelly clay soils characteristic of the Pessac-Léognan terroir, contributing to the wine's identity.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Coucheroy' may derive from Gascon words meaning 'to sleep' and 'king'.
Fact 02
The estate is part of Vignobles André Lurton's extensive Bordeaux holdings.
Fact 03
Pessac-Léognan is known for its gravelly soils, similar to the Médoc.
Fact 04
The average vine age for Cabernet Sauvignon at the estate is 19 years.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Château Coucheroy Rouge involves fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes 12 months of aging in oak barrels, with rackings performed quarterly. These techniques are employed to develop the wine's structure and integrate its components.
