2008 Château Cos d'Estournel
Tasting Note:May 13, 2017
Third Cos d'Estournel of the day and the best one all around at the moment. Still young with a dark mix of ruby and garnet red. Complex nose with notes of graphite, earth, touch of damp leaves, tobacco, black cherries, spices and cocoa. Heavy tannins (7/10) and dry. Full bodied with layers of red berries, earthiness, spices, floral notes and a hint smokey. Long and lingering finish. Tons of life still left in this bottle, would love to try it again in another five to ten years.
Classified as a Second Growth during the Official Classification of 1855 which only classified estates on the Left Bank of Bordeaux. This Bordeaux blend is comprised of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc.
Drink Dates:
2017 till 2037.
Price Point:
$$$$ - Retail price is around $135.00.