Les Pagodes de Cos - Saint Estephe 2019

Wine-Advocate : 92/100 This is the second label of Cos d’Estournel, which accounted for about 55% of production in 2017. A blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot, the 2017 Les Pagodes de Cos has a deep garnet-purple color and exuberant notes of crushed blackberries, red currants and cassis with touches of charcuterie, black soil and garrigue plus a waft of lavender. Medium-bodied and very fine-grained, it has great intensity and vibrancy with a good long, fruity finish. James Suckling 94/100 This shows wonderful depth and richness, yet it’s so fresh and vivid with dark berries, dark plums and spice. Full-bodied, balanced and creamy with beautiful flavors and structure. So many spices in this. Only 12% alcohol. Second wine of Château Cos-d’Estournel. Better after 2022. Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW 92/100 , The Wine Independent, December 2022 The 2017 Pagodes de Cos is medium to deep garnet-purple in color. It rocks up with open-knit scents of crushed black plums, boysenberries, and kirsch, plus suggestions of fragrant soil, cinnamon toast, and dried herbs. Medium-bodied, the palate is juicy and plush, delivering compelling tension and a savory finish.