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Pagodes de Cos 2009

Name: Pagodes de Cos 2009
Brand: Chateau Cos d'Estournel
SKU: 1546/09
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.82 (1188 reviews)

2nd wine of Ch. Cos d'Estournel -

Bordeaux

Saint-Estephe

- Red - See details

Parker | 94

J. Suckling | 93

Wine Spectator | 91

Decanter | 17

R. Gabriel | 18

J. Robinson | 15.5

Vinous - A. Galloni | NM91

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ALL VINTAGES OF THIS WINE

All Chateau Cos d'Estournel wines

Marks and reviews

/100

Wine Spectator

James Molesworth

Remarkably lush and supple for the appellation, yet not lacking in density, with rich plum, cassis and blackberry confiture notes leading the way and flickers of charcoal, tobacco and singed iron keeping the almost-flattering finish honest. Approachable, but this should knit nicely with mid-term cellaring. Drink now through 2023. 10,000 cases made.

/100

Decanter

This is a full wine with rich fruit on the nose, with a sense of freshness and sexiness. The tannins and acidity are still offering grip, showing its ageability.

/20

Jancis Robinson

Tasted blind. Mid crimson. Smells of fermented blackcurrant pastilles. Intense with some woodsmoke elements. Certainly dramatic! Perhaps a little over-extracted. Wait quite a while for this. (JR)

/100

Jeb Dunnuck

The 2009 Pagodes De Cos is a blockbuster that I wish I had more of in the cellar. A blend of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest mostly Merlot (there’s a small amount of Petit Verdot) brought up in roughly 50% new French oak, its deep purple/plum color is followed by a smorgasbord of black raspberry and kirsch-like fruits, spice box, dried flowers, and licorice. With a huge mid-palate, sweet, sweet tannin, beautiful purity of fruit, and a great finish, it’s an incredibly sexy, satisfying second wine that will keep for another 10–15 years.

/20

Weinwisser

Sparkling ruby color. The nose is a red-berry fruit bomb, with nutty roasted aromas mingled with milk chocolate and fine wood notes reminiscent of mahogany. On the palate, pepper and verve; the tannins are still slightly powdery but bring a lovely sweetness, showing vintage-typical concentration and impressive potential. In any case, calling this a “second wine” is almost an insult, so well made are these Pagodes. First optimal drinking window in two years!

/20

René Gabriel

Deep purple-garnet, dense at the core, with violet hues on the rim. Lavish bouquet with an intoxicating sweetness reminiscent of a Ribera del Duero, lots of blackberry jelly, coconut and dark chocolate. Sublime palate, showing plenty of juice above the extract, very well balanced and with remarkable substance overall. The best Pagodes and already a standalone cru in its style. Like Cos, more of an everyday wine than Bordeaux.

/20

Bettane+Desseauve

A very vintage-typical blueberry nose, high alcohol content, a very “roasted” flavor yet more balanced than that of the grand vin, with better-integrated tannins. A great, original wine whose evolution we will follow with keen curiosity.

/100

Le Figaro Vin

Seductive, charming attack; supple, charming mid-palate; a slight tannic firmness on the finish.

/100

Wine Enthusiast

R.V.

92-94 Barrel sample. Very rich, smooth tannins, super-ripe fruit dominate the wine. It has power, spice and sweetness, very ripe. Blackberry and dark chocolate

/100

Jeff Leve

Leve Jeff

You can think of this as a scaled-down version of the stunning 2009 Grand Vin. Les Pagodes 2009 is at full-maturity, with smoked blackberries, spice, thyme and wet earthy nuances on the nose. Medium-bodied, soft, polished and silky, with loads of sweet, ripe, red fruits and freshness that glides over your palate. This is fully ready to go. No decanting needed. Just pop, pour and enjoy over the next 2-5 years.

Description

Tasting Notes and Serving Tips for Pagodes de Cos 2009 from Château Cos d'Estournel

Tasting

Color

The color displays a deep ruby red hue with intense purple highlights.

Nose

The nose reveals aromas of smoky blackberries and ripe blackcurrant, accompanied by floral notes of violet and white flowers. Spicy touches of nutmeg and cinnamon mingle with nuances of tobacco, cedar and graphite, bringing complexity and refinement.

Palate

On the palate, this wine captivates with its elegance and silky texture. The palate reveals concentrated flavors of dark fruits, raspberries and blackcurrant, carried by ripe, perfectly integrated tannins. The ensemble offers lovely richness and remarkable harmony, extending into a lingering finish with notes of dark chocolate, spice and licorice.

Food and Wine Pairing

This wine is an ideal match for grilled or roasted red meats, herb-crusted lamb, roast duck, as well as mushroom-based dishes. It also pairs beautifully with game and certain Asian dishes featuring rich, spicy sauces.

Serving and Cellaring

Pagodes de Cos 2009 is best enjoyed at a temperature between 16 and 18°C. Opening the bottle one to two hours before serving allows the wine to fully express itself. This wine can be enjoyed now and will continue to evolve until around 2029.

An exceptional second wine from Saint-Estèphe

The estate

Located in the northern Médoc, on the hill of Saint-Estèphe, the Château Cos d’Estournel rises 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 vines and had the estate built. An adventurer who traveled the world, his taste for exoticism and the Orient would give Château Cos d’Estournel its distinctive architecture in the Médoc. Owned by Michel Reybier since 2000, Château Cos d’Estournel continues to shine within the Saint-Estèphe appellation and ranks among the world’s greatest wines, distinguished by a unique style in which the pursuit of beauty and excellence is a constant quest.

The vineyard

Pagodes de Cos comes from parcels located in Saint-Estèphe, on the famous Cos rise overlooking the Gironde estuary. The terroir is made up of deep Quaternary gravel resting on a clay and limestone base. The vines, averaging 40 years of age, benefit from optimal exposure and remarkable natural drainage. The vineyard is managed with the same care as the grand vin, with grass cover to regulate vine vigor and hand harvesting.

The vintage

The 2009 vintage is among the greatest in the history of Bordeaux. The year was marked by exceptional sunshine and high temperatures, moderated by significant variations between day and night. These conditions allowed the grapes to reach remarkable phenolic ripeness while preserving freshness and balance. Harvest took place from September 26 to October 10 in ideal conditions.

Winemaking and aging

The grapes for Pagodes de Cos 2009 are vinified with the same rigor as the grand vin. After meticulous sorting, vinification is carried out by gravity in the modern vat room inaugurated in 2008. Pump-overs are performed gently to preserve the finesse of the fruit. Aging takes place for around 12 months in French oak barrels, 40% new oak, adding structure and complexity without masking the expression of the terroir.

Grape varieties

Cabernet sauvignon (69 %)
Merlot (30 %)
Petit verdot (1 %)