Unbelievable closeout at 53% off - save $40 on this 94-point Pessac-Léognan gem! Chateau Couhins 2016 delivers fresh black fruit aromas and silky tannins from prime gravel terroir.

50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon blend, aged 12 months in French oak (35% new), offers pleasant freshness and splendid length. Ready to enjoy or cellar.

From a 19-hectare vineyard on gravel hill with clay-limestone base and sand-clay parcels, this wine thrives in Villenave d'Ornon's elevated croupes.

The 2016 vintage overcame mildew pressure with even flowering and veraison, followed by summer drought and timely September rain for optimal ripeness.

Owned by INRAE since 1968, the estate pioneered sustainable viticulture and environmental protection, producing reference-quality Pessac-Léognan reds.

Harvest ended October 20th in peaceful conditions, yielding a pretty red wine with ripe cassis, smoke, violets, and polished, elegant tannins.

At $35, this is a rare value for food-friendly Bordeaux elegance. Perfect for grilled meats, roasted lamb, or mushroom dishes. Cheers!