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Château Couhins Blanc Pessac-Léognan AOC 2020 is an exceptional white wine from one of the most prestigious Bordeaux appellations – Pessac-Léognan, where the most famous French white wines are born. This wine is produced by a winery managed by INRAE (French Agricultural Research Institute), which is renowned for its highest quality harvest control and modern, sustainable winemaking practices.
Château Couhins Blanc Pessac-Léognan AOC 2020 is a luxurious white wine created exclusively from Sauvignon Blanc grapes. Its freshness, aromaticity and structure make it an ideal choice for those looking for an elegant, complex and long-lasting white wine.
Aroma: Intense and fresh, dominated by a bouquet of white flowers, citrus fruits (grapefruit, lemon peel), green apples and delicate tropical notes (pineapple, passion fruit). In the background, there is a subtle oak flavor - vanilla, butter, hazelnuts.
Taste: Perfectly balanced, mineral, fresh acidity, long-lasting, refined aftertaste. The oak barrel subtly highlights the texture and gives depth.
Maturation: Fermented and matured in French oak barrels (partly new), stored (sur lie) with yeast sediment for about 9 months.
Serve at 8 - 10 °C with seafood (oysters, scallops, shrimp), fresh fish, white meat dishes, mature goat cheeses, and Asian cuisine.
A perfumed nose here, with notes of pears, lemon pith and gooseberries, as well as hints of currant leaf and acacia. Medium-bodied with vivid acidity. Juicy and crunchy with notes of oyster shell and crushed stones. Creamy and lengthy finish. Sauvignon blanc and gris. Drink now.
Château Couhins is an exceptional Cru Classé de Graves wine estate located in the prestigious Pessac-Léognan appellation in the southern part of Bordeaux. What makes this estate truly distinctive is that it is owned by the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment (INRAE)—one of Europe’s leading agricultural research institutions.
Tradition and innovation under one roof
The uniqueness of Château Couhins lies in its ability to harmoniously combine historic winemaking traditions with modern scientific innovation. Extensive research is carried out on soils, grape varieties, plant biology, and the impact of climate change on viticulture. These findings are directly applied in practice—both in the vineyards and throughout the winemaking process.
Sustainability and precision at every step
Vineyard management is based on the principles of precision agriculture, with close monitoring of soil conditions, microclimate, and vine health.
Environmentally responsible practices are implemented, including reduced pesticide use and the encouragement of biodiversity between vine rows.
Harvesting is done by hand to ensure only the highest-quality grapes are selected.
What distinguishes Château Couhins wines?
White wines—especially those made from Sauvignon Blanc—are renowned for their freshness, mineral character, well-integrated oak, and impressive ageing potential.
Red wines are defined by elegant tannin structure, concentrated fruit expression, and the ability to mature gracefully in bottle for decades.
A unique fusion of science and wine in Bordeaux
Château Couhins stands as a rare example where science and practical winemaking converge to create wines that reflect not only terroir expression but also the advancement of modern viticulture. This estate does more than produce wine—it actively shapes the future of winemaking in France and beyond.
