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Domaine de Coussergues
Arnould de
Bertier
Tasting room
Dinner at Domaine de Coussergues, January 2008
Arnould de Bertier and his son Clément
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The Vineyard
The proud Baron has 620
hectares of land (1,531 acres), 210 hectares in grapes and the
rest in woodland and olive trees. Soil in the area is chalk, clay, flinty red
clay and volcanic in nature.
The Wines
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2010 Coussergues, Sauvignon Blanc 12/750ml
#F1EE208031SBS
UPC: 7 84585 00025 8
Vinification: destemming; skin contact maceration;
pneumatic press; fermentation at low temperature; aging in
tanks.
Pale yellow color. Powerful and complex nose of broom and
honeysuckle, peach and passion fruit. Well balanced, round and
fresh.
"Lively and fruity, with juicy flavors of apple,
citrus and mineral joined by accents of melon and spice.
Touches of richness mark the finish. Drink now. 15,000 cases
made. –KM"
- Wine Spectator (August 31 2011) - 88
pts
2009 Coussergues, Sauvignon Blanc 12/750ml
#F1EE208014SBS
UPC: 7 84585 00025 8
Vinification: destemming; skin contact maceration;
pneumatic press; fermentation at low temperature; aging in
tanks.
Pale yellow color. Powerful and complex nose of broom and
honeysuckle, peach and passion fruit. Well balanced, round and
fresh.
2008 Coussergues, Sauvignon Blanc 12/750ml
"The
light-bodied, fresh 2008 Sauvignon Blanc exhibits melony fruit
intermixed with honeyed citrus and a hint of dried herbs.
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Wine Advocate (June 09), 88 pts
National Retail Price: $11.99 / bottle |
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2010
Coussergues, Chardonnay 12/750ml
#F1EE208030CHS
UPC code: 7 84585 00048 7
Vinification: night
harvest. Destemming, pneumatic press, alcoholic fermentation
at low temperature.
Aging in tanks and barrels.
Pale yellow color with green hints. Powerful nose of exotic
fruit (pineapple, banana), honey, coconut. Rich, round and
lively.
2008
Coussergues, Chardonnay 12/750ml
#F1EE208017CHS
UPC code: 7 84585 00048 7
Vinification: night
harvest. Destemming, pneumatic press, alcoholic fermentation
at low temperature.
Aging in tanks and barrels.
Pale yellow color with green hints. Powerful nose of exotic
fruit (pineapple, banana), honey, coconut. Rich, round and
lively.
"The
dry, primarily tank-aged 2008 Chardonnay reveals more
honeysuckle and tropical fruit notes in its elegant, medium
bodied personality."
- Wine Advocate (June 09), 87 pts
National Retail Price: $11.99 / bottle#
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2010 Coussergues, Viognier 12/750ml
#F1EE208032VGS
UPC: 7 84585 00298 6
Vinification: night
harvest. Destemming, pneumatic press, alcoholic fermentation
at low temperature.
Aging in tanks and barrels.
Clear yellow color. Intense and fruity bouquet of apricot and
pear, white flowers, liquorice nuances. Supple and well
balanced, fruit flavors.
Excellent with seafood, lobsters, Asian food.
2009 Coussergues, Viognier 12/750ml
#F1EE208008VGS
UPC: 7 84585 00298 6
Vinification: night
harvest. Destemming, pneumatic press, alcoholic fermentation
at low temperature.
Aging in tanks and barrels.
Clear yellow color. Intense and fruity bouquet of apricot and
pear, white flowers, liquorice nuances. Supple and well
balanced, fruit flavors.
Excellent with seafood, lobsters, Asian food.
2008 Coussergues, Viognier 12/750ml
#F1EE208002VGS
UPC: 7 84585 00298 6
Vinification: night
harvest. Destemming, pneumatic press, alcoholic fermentation
at low temperature.
Aging in tanks and barrels.
Clear yellow color. Intense and fruity bouquet of apricot and
pear, white flowers, liquorice nuances. Supple and well
balanced, fruit flavors.
Excellent with seafood, lobsters, Asian food.
"The medium-bodied 2008 Viognier offers marmalade,
honeysuckle, and lychee notes."
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Wine Advocate (June 09), 87 pts
National Retail Price: $11.99 / bottle
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2010 Coussergues, Chardonnay Viognier 12/750ml
#F1EE208029CHS
UPC: 7 84585 00141 5
50% Chardonnay, 50% Viognier
Floral and fruity aromas of peach and apricot. Fresh,
crisp and round in the mouth. Pear and tropical fruit flavors,
soft texture and refreshing acidity. Excellent with chicken,
salad.
2009 Coussergues, Chardonnay Viognier 12/750ml
#F1EE208009CHS
UPC: 7 84585 00141 5
50% Chardonnay, 50% Viognier
Floral and fruity aromas of peach and apricot. Fresh,
crisp and round in the mouth. Pear and tropical fruit flavors,
soft texture and refreshing acidity. Excellent with chicken,
salad.
2008 Coussergues, Chardonnay Viognier 12/750ml
#F1EE208004CHS
UPC: 7 84585 00141 5
"My
favorite from this winery is the medium-bodied, dry, fresh,
lively 2008 Chardonnay/Viognier (a 50-50 blend). Exotic
tropical fruit, honeysuckle, and floral undertones offer a
lovely aromatic display."
- Wine Advocate (June 09), 90 pts
National Retail Price: $11.99 / bottle
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2007 Coussergues, Syrah 12/750ml
#F0EE208024SYM
UPC: 7 84585 00029 6
Vinification: destemming; long maceration with frequent
pumping over. Malolactic fermentation. Aging in tanks and oak
barrels.
Intensely colored, with complex
aromas of blackcurrant and garrigue (wild herbs). Powerful in
the mouth, well structured, full flavored with round tannins.
Excellent with hard cheeses and grilled meats.
National Retail Price: $11.99 / bottle
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2007 Coussergues, Syrah Grenache 12/750ml
#F0EE208026SYM
UPC: 7 84585 00143 9
70% Syrah, 30% Grenache
Luscious blend offering delicate ripe red
and black fruit aromas, black pepper, herbal flavors typical
of Southern France. Elegant and refined tannins.
National Retail Price: $11.99 / bottle
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2007 Coussergues, Cabernet Syrah 12/750ml
#F0EE208027CSM
UPC: 7 84585 00142 2
80% Cabernet, 20% Syrah
Fruit forward, dark fruits aromas of blackcurrant, cherry and
plum, spicy notes. Rich and full bodied, mouth filling, silky
tannins, velvety finish.
Excellent with pasta, red meats and barbecue.
National Retail Price: $11.99 / bottle
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UPC: 7 84585 01153 7
2010 Coussergues, Pinot Noir 12/750ml
Night harvest; destemming, cold maceration; pigeage three
times a day; malolactic fermentation in barrels.
Intense ruby red
color.
Fresh fruit nose of black cherry, strawberry and raspberry.
Rich, smooth and silky wine, a supple palate with elegant and
delicate cherry and raspberry flavors. A lovely Pinot Noir
with a great structure.
Pairs well with poultry, ham,
lamb, pork and creamy cheeses.
#F0EE208015PNS
UPC: 7 84585 01153 7
2009 Coussergues, Pinot Noir 12/750ml
Night harvest; destemming, cold maceration; pigeage three
times a day; malolactic fermentation in barrels.
Intense ruby red
color.
Fresh fruit nose of black cherry, strawberry and raspberry.
Rich, smooth and silky wine, a supple palate with elegant and
delicate cherry and raspberry flavors. A lovely Pinot Noir
with a great structure.
Pairs well with poultry, ham,
lamb, pork and creamy cheeses.
#F0EE208010PNS
UPC: 7 84585 01153 7
2008 Coussergues, Pinot Noir 12/750ml
National Retail Price: $13.99 / bottle
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2008 Coussergues, Cabernet Franc 12/750ml
#F0EE208007CFM
UPC: 7 84585 00893 3
A gorgeous wine made
from 100% Cabernet Franc, an unusual grape for the area, but
Domaine de Coussergues managed to produce a wine of excellent
quality. Lush and ripe cherry and black fruit flavors with a
touch of pepper.
National Retail Price: $11.99 / bottle
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2009 Coussergues, Merlot 12/750ml
#F0EE208033MRM
UPC: 7 84585 00891 9
Vinification: destemming, maceration with frequent pumping
over, malolactic fermentation, aged in stainless steel tanks.
Clear purple color. Fresh and fruity aromas of strawberry and
raspberry. Full bodied, good structure.
2007 Coussergues, Merlot 12/750ml
#F0EE208016MRM
UPC: 7 84585 00891 9
Vinification: destemming, maceration with frequent pumping
over, malolactic fermentation, aged in stainless steel tanks.
Clear purple color. Fresh and fruity aromas of strawberry and
raspberry. Full bodied, good structure.
National Retail Price: $11.99 / bottle
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"Coussergou" Extra Virgin Olive Oil 6/500ml
#GRFF208000
Made from 50 % Picholine, 30 % Verdale, 20 %
Lucque
Harvest: December 2007.
Produced from ripe olives
First Cold press
Straw-yellow color.Rich, smooth and well balanced with flavors
of fresh olives, this oil will enhance the most delicate
dishes.
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