Chateau Cos D'estournel Saint Estephe 2015

Château Cos d’Estournel 2015 is a Second Grand Cru Classé from Saint-Estèphe, a powerful and elegant red wine made from a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, offering aromatic richness and great aging potential.

Origin and Classification
Appellation: Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux
Classification: Second Grand Cru Classé (1855 Classification)
Owner: Michel Reybier since 2000
Region: Médoc, Bordeaux
Terroir: Gravel mixed with calcareous clays, ideal exposure on a plateau near the Gironde estuary

Blend and Production
Grape varieties: 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23.5% Merlot, 1.5% Cabernet Franc (sources vary between 23% and 24% Merlot, with Petit Verdot sometimes present in small quantities)
Vineyard area: approximately 100 hectares, with vines averaging between 35 and 55 years old depending on the plot
Production volume: approximately 39% of the total harvest is dedicated to the grand vin Cos d’Estournel, representing between 200,000 and 380,000 bottles per year
Harvesting: Manual
Vinification: Fermentation with maceration in temperature-controlled conical stainless steel tanks, followed by gravity-fed cellar processing for delicate extraction.

Tasting
Appearance: Deep purple-garnet
Nose: Complex, with aromas of cherry tart, mint-chocolate, cooked redcurrants, blackcurrants, wild blueberries, lilac, cinnamon stick, and Indian spices
Palate: Explosive and vibrant, with red and black fruits and numerous exotic spice accents. Very ripe, firm yet elegant tannins, lovely freshness, and a long, persistent finish
Body: Medium to full-bodied, with a robust, elegant, and refined structure
Serving Suggestions and Pairings
Serving temperature: approximately 16°C
Recommended aging: Can be enjoyed from 2022, optimal until 2050 and beyond.

Food pairings: Roasted or grilled red meats, particularly duck breast, game, spicy dishes, and aged cheeses

Additional Information
Château Cos d’Estournel is famous for its Oriental-inspired architecture, designed by Louis-Gaspard d’Estournel in the 19th century. He was nicknamed the "Maharajah of Saint-Estèphe" for his love of exoticism and his exports to India.

The estate practices integrated agriculture and uses modern vinification techniques aimed at preserving the quality of the grapes and producing rich, complex, long-lived wines
This technical sheet summarizes the main characteristics and assessments of the 2015 vintage of Château Cos d’Estournel, a wine that stands as a benchmark among Bordeaux’s finest, with genuine aging potential and remarkable aromatic intensity.