Chateau de Coulaine Chinon Clos de Turpenay 2022
Red 14% ABV ABV De Coulaine
19 March 2026
Absolutely loved this
My partner got me this as a gift and wow. From the first pour you can smell everything clearly — dark fruit, something earthy underneath. It's got depth but stays really drinkable and the finish just keeps going. Already ordered two more bottles. One of the best reds I've had this year.
9 January 2026
Really solid Loire red
Picked this up after the guy at my local wine shop recommended it. Really earthy and honest — no oak bomb nonsense, just proper fruit with some depth to it. Went perfectly with a slow-cooked lamb shoulder. At £30 it's not an everyday bottle but I'd definitely buy it again for a nice weekend dinner.
16 November 2025
Proper French red, no nonsense
This is exactly what I want from a Chinon. Earthy, direct, proper fruit character and nothing trying too hard. The 2022 vintage clearly had some warmth to it because there's real weight in the middle but it stays fresh. Had it with steak and it was spot on.
13 November 2025
Good but not cheap
Had this at a friend's dinner party and thought it was decent. Nice structure and it's got a bit of weight to it without being heavy, which I liked. Bit pricey for what it is though — I'd want to get it closer to £25 before I'd grab a bottle myself.
28 October 2025
Enjoyed this more than expected
Not usually a Loire red person but saw this on a restaurant menu and gave it a go. Pleasant surprise — I liked how it opens up after sitting in the glass for a bit. Bought a bottle to have at home and it went great with a pasta bake. Solid wine.
28 September 2025
Expected more for the price
Bought this for my birthday dinner hoping for something special. It's fine — clean, balanced, drinks well enough. But at nearly £30 I was expecting a bit more wow factor. The finish is nice and it's easy drinking, just didn't blow me away.