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    Les Pagodes de Cos 2021

    Bordeaux • Saint-Estèphe • Second wine of Château Cos d'Estournel • Red

    144,00€ tax included
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    48,00€ / unit
    Packaging : 3 x 75cl - Wooden Crate

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    Description

    • Country Francia
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Saint-Estèphe
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 13
    • Vintage 2021
    • Grape varieties 60% Merlot36% Cabernet Sauvignon3% Cabernet Franc1% Petit Verdot

    Located in the heart of the Saint-Estèphe appellation, in the prestigious Médoc region of Bordeaux, Château Cos d'Estournel is a true wine legend, renowned for its Oriental-inspired architecture and visionary approach. The estate's second wine, Les Pagodes de Cos, brilliantly embodies the château's signature style: a subtle blend of power and refinement. Crafted from the estate's younger vines, this wine benefits from the same meticulous care as its older sibling, offering a superb introduction to the world of Cos d'Estournel while faithfully expressing the unique character of its terroir.

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Wine Spectator 90/100
    • Parker (WA) 91/100
    • Vinous 90/100
    • James Suckling 93/100
    • Jean-Marc Quarin 92/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    The 2021 Les Pagodes de Cos reveals a deep, intense garnet-red color. The nose opens with elegant aromas of black fruit, cedar, and sweet pepper. On the palate, the structure is silky, supported by fine tannins and well-integrated freshness. The balance is remarkable, revealing complex flavors of blackberry, licorice, and sweet spices. The persistent and refined finish confirms the aging potential of this fine vintage.

    Food & wine pairings

    This wine pairs perfectly with a grilled rib of beef, a leg of lamb or a tournedos Rossini.
    Producer

    Producer

    The Château Cos d'Estournel vineyard stretches across an exceptional terroir of deep gravel over a limestone subsoil, located on the hills above Saint-Estèphe, overlooking the Gironde estuary. This well-drained soil promotes optimal ripening of Cabernet Sauvignon, the dominant grape variety in the blend. The vines destined for Les Pagodes de Cos come from the estate's younger plots, cultivated with great respect for the environment according to the principles of sustainable agriculture.

    Owner and history

    Since 2000, Château Cos d'Estournel has belonged to Michel Reybier, an entrepreneur with a passion for fine wines. Under his leadership, the estate has strengthened its position among the leading producers on the Left Bank by combining modern techniques with respect for tradition. His unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability has enabled Cos d'Estournel to reach new heights of quality. Les Pagodes de Cos fully benefits from this ambitious vision, offering a more accessible yet equally serious expression of the Grand Vin.

    Vinification and aging

    At Château Cos d'Estournel, winemaking relies on precise and innovative methods. The grapes are sorted by hand, then vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, before traditional aging in French oak barrels for approximately 12 months, 30% of which are new oak.
    For Les Pagodes de Cos 2021, this same requirement is applied, allowing the freshness of the vintage to be expressed while preserving the aromatic complexity and finesse of the wine.

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    The team's opinion

    A second wine of rare finesse, elegantly revealing the full depth of the Cos d'Estournel terroir – a must for lovers of great Bordeaux.

    • Serving temperature 16°C - 20°C

    • Climax 2026 à 2037

    Wine profile

    • fruity
    • wooded
    • complex
    • timber frame