2012 Château Cos d'Estournel, Cru Classé St-Estèphe

2012 Château Cos d'Estournel, Cru Classé St-Estèphe

Cos d'Estournel has often divided opinion, but with the departure of general manager Jean-Guillaume Prats, it's possible that it will be somewhat less controversial this year. Certainly, stylistically, this is the most St-Estèphe-like of recent vintages and a far more refined and elegant wine with balanced alcohol. 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot, this is dark and pure on the nose. The palate is immediately very fresh, with attractive layers of black and red fruits and a smoky minerality. Tannins are incredibly fine and ripe, giving this wine a great deal of depth and structure, but not masking the fruit and acidity. Well judged and appealing.

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Wine details

  • Region & country
    Saint-Estèphe, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
  • Maturity
    Ready 2018 - 2035info
  • Colour
    Red
  • Sweetness
    Dry
  • Style
    Still
  • Unit Volume
    Bottle (75cl.)
  • ABV
    12.5%

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