Chateau Cos d'Estournel 2016

A voluptuous and fascinating red wine from Saint-Estèphe

The estate

Located in the north of the Médoc, on the hill of Saint-Estèphe, Cos d’Estournel appears majestically. Like a true Maharajah's palace, the château and its pagodas surprise and captivate the eye. In 1791, Louis-Gaspard d’Estournel inherited hectares of vineyards and established the estate. An adventurer who traveled the world, his taste for exoticism and the Orient earned Château Cos d’Estournel its unique architecture in the Médoc. Owned by Michel Reybier since 2000, Château Cos d’Estournel continues to shine in the Saint-Estèphe appellation and joins the ranks of the world's greatest wines by standing out with its unique style, where the pursuit of beauty and excellence is a constant quest.

The vineyard

Enjoying an exceptional geographical location, the Cos d’Estournel vineyard is situated on the edge of the Saint-Estèphe plateau, in close proximity to the Gironde estuary. The vineyard benefits from a maritime climate, being protected from inclement weather. The vines are planted on two hillsides and a central plateau, benefiting from an ideal exposure and good ventilation.

The vintage

The 2016 vintage of Château Cos d'Estournel benefited from exceptional and atypical conditions. Located in the north of the Médoc, in the Saint-Estèphe appellation, the vines of advanced average age benefit from an ideal terroir for the production of a rare wine, with extremely clayey soils. The deep roots notably helped to combat the extreme weather variations due to severe drought in the Gironde department.

Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon (76%), Merlot (23%), and Cabernet Franc (1%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Cos d'Estournel 2016

Tasting

The Château Cos d'Estournel 2016 is of exquisite grace, expansive without excess, and extremely delicate harmony. True to its legend - Cos d’Estournel always seems first secretive and intriguing - the wine gradually opens up and reveals its intense fruit with brilliance. The wine is of great amplitude and exceptional balance, already giving it a highly drinkable character. The tannins are present but graceful, even very integrated. The wine displays finesse and elegance, offering a persistent finish. The aging potential of this Château Cos d'Estournel 2016 promises to be impressive.