Pagodes de Cos 2016

A gourmet and smooth red Second Wine from Saint-Estèphe

The estate

Situated in the north of the Médoc, on the hill of Saint-Estèphe, Cos d’Estournel appears in all its glory. Like a true palace of the Maharajah, the château and its pagodas surprise and captivate the eye. In 1791, Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel inherited some hectares of vines and built the estate. A passionate adventurer who travelled the world, his taste for the exotic and the East inspired the architecture of Château Cos d'Estournel, truly unique in the Médoc. Owned by Michel Reybier since 2000, Château Cos d'Estournel continues to shine bright in the Saint-Estèphe appellation and has joined the lineage of the greatest wines in the world. The wines of the estate are distinguished by their unique style, product of an enduring quest for beauty and excellence.

The vineyard

A reference among the fine Saint-Estèphe wines, Château Cos d'Estournel enjoys an exceptional geographical location. Indeed, its vineyard is located on the edge of the plateau, in the immediate vicinity of the Gironde estuary. The vineyard benefits from a maritime climate and is protected from bad weather. The vines are planted on two hillsides and a central plateau, where they experience ideal sun exposure and great ventilation.

The wine

Produced since 1994 from a dedicated vineyard whose vines are 40 years old on average, Pagodes de Cos is the Second Wine of Château Cos d'Estournel.

Vinification and ageing

This second wine is aged in barrels, 30% of which are new.

The blend

Cabernet Sauvignon (50%)

Merlot (46.5%)

Petit Verdot (3%)

Cabernet Franc (0.5%).

Pagodes de Cos 2016: Characteristics and tasting tips

The tasting

Nose

The balanced and voluptuous nose offers a charming aromatic precision as well as ambrosial black fruit fragrances.

Palate

The precise palate reveals a smooth and crisp structure, sustained by fine tannins and a beautiful freshness.