Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Pagodes 'Cos
Label Name:
 
St Estephe 2nd Wine
Vintage:
 
2017
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
13%
Grape(s):
 
Cabernet Sauvignon 56%, Merlot 42%, Cabernet Franc 1%, Petit Verdot 1%.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Representative scores: Wine Advocate 90-92, Neal Martin/Vinous 90-92, James Suckling 92-93, Wine Enthusiast ~93, Decanter ~91. (multiple reviews)

Tasting Note
Medium-bodied, vibrant black and red berry fruits (blackberry, cassis, red cherry) with lavender, dark chocolate, spice and fine-grained tannins; fresh acidity and a precise, energetic finish.

Food Pairing
Roast lamb, beef ribeye, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses (Western); Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ short ribs, braised beef noodle, miso eggplant (Asian).

Production Method
Second wine of Château Cos d'Estournel; destemmed, fermented and matured in French oak (approx. 30% new oak reported) for about 12–18 months before bottling.

Vineyard Info
Les Pagodes de Cos is the dedicated second wine produced since 1994 by Château Cos d'Estournel (Saint-Estèphe), estate founded in early 19th century; fruit from ~40-year-old vines.