{"product_id":"chateau-cos-destournel-saint-estephe-2015","title":"Chateau Cos D'estournel Saint Estephe 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin and Classification\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAppellation: Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux\u003cbr\u003eClassification: Second Grand Cru Classé (1855 Classification)\u003cbr\u003eOwner: Michel Reybier since 2000\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Médoc, Bordeaux\u003cbr\u003eTerroir: Gravel mixed with calcareous clays, ideal exposure on a plateau near the Gironde estuary\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend and Production\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eGrape 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)\u003cbr\u003eVineyard area: approximately 100 hectares, with vines averaging between 35 and 55 years old depending on the plot\u003cbr\u003eProduction 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\u003cbr\u003eHarvesting: Manual\u003cbr\u003eVinification: Fermentation with maceration in temperature-controlled conical stainless steel tanks, followed by gravity-fed cellar processing for delicate extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppearance: Deep purple-garnet\u003cbr\u003eNose: Complex, with aromas of cherry tart, mint-chocolate, cooked redcurrants, blackcurrants, wild blueberries, lilac, cinnamon stick, and Indian spices\u003cbr\u003ePalate: 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\u003cbr\u003eBody: Medium to full-bodied, with a robust, elegant, and refined structure\u003cbr\u003eServing Suggestions and Pairings\u003cbr\u003eServing temperature: approximately 16°C\u003cbr\u003eRecommended aging: Can be enjoyed from 2022, optimal until 2050 and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood pairings: Roasted or grilled red meats, particularly duck breast, game, spicy dishes, and aged cheeses\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate practices integrated agriculture and uses modern vinification techniques aimed at preserving the quality of the grapes and producing rich, complex, long-lived wines\u003cbr\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gs_temp gs_temp_ra\" data-priority=\"2\" data-k=\"5105\" data-appns=\"SERP\" data-sct-idx=\"0\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gs_ros\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gs_temp_content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gs_text gs_mdr\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cuvelier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43214669054057,"sku":"CHT ESTOURNEL 2015|SANS|TU","price":14045.0,"currency_code":"MUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/7026\/5705\/files\/Untitled_design_59_629a3fb4-2082-4700-b4c6-77b35e6f5ca9.png?v=1755351248","url":"https:\/\/seaboxxonline.mu\/en\/products\/chateau-cos-destournel-saint-estephe-2015","provider":"SEABOXXONLINE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}