Lot 413
CHÂTEAU COS D'ESTOURNEL 1995 (2) WS 94 WA 95
CHÂTEAU COS D'ESTOURNEL 2001 (3) WA 94
Lot 413 Details
CHÂTEAU COS D'ESTOURNEL 1995 (2)
Saint-Estèphe. 2ième Cru Classé
2 x scraped labels
A wine of extraordinary intensity and accessibility, the 1995 Cos d'Estournel is a sexier, more hedonistic offering than the muscular, backward 1996. Opulent, with forward aromatics (gobs of black fruits intermixed with toasty pain grille scents and a boatload of spice), this terrific Cos possesses remarkable intensity, full body, and layers of jammy fruit nicely framed by the wine's new oak. Because of low acidity and sweet tannin, the 1995 will be difficult to resist young, although it will age for 2-3 decades. Anticipated maturity: 2001-2025. WS 94 WA 95
CHÂTEAU COS D'ESTOURNEL 2001 (3)
Saint-Estèphe. 2ième Cru Classé
1 x scuffed label. 1 x scraped label. 2 x scraped capsules
The 2001 Cos d'Estournel is blended of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Merlot—a very high percentage of Merlot in this vintage and a very late harvest, which started on October 1st. Deep garnet in color, the nose is singing with savory notes of smoked meats, tapenade, bay leaves and beef drippings with a core of plum preserves, redcurrant jelly, dried cherries and baked blackcurrants with wafts of peppermint tea and dried roses. Medium-bodied, the palate practically tingles with vibrant dried herbs, red fruit preserves and minty notes, structured with firm, finely grained tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing very long and minerally. November 2018 Drink: 2018-2033 WA 94