Cos D’Estournel Saint Estephe 2019

The 2019 Château Cos d’Estournel is a seriously impressive Bordeaux, showcasing a deep core of blackcurrant, blackberry, and ripe plum, enhanced by notes of cedar, vanilla, and exotic spices. This vintage balances richness and precision, featuring velvety tannins and a long, lingering finish, making it delightful for immediate enjoyment or cellaring for future complexity. It has garnered high acclaim, earning 99 points from James Suckling for its aromatic qualities and structure, while Decanter awarded 98 points for its velvety texture and depth. Wine Enthusiast rated it 98 points for its stylish black fruit flavors. The Wine Advocate scored it 97+ points for its polished character, and both Vinous and Jancis Robinson acknowledged its potential for long aging, affirming its status as a standout Saint-Estèphe.