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Château Cos D'Estournel 1996

Bordeaux • Saint-Estèphe • Red

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Packaging : 1 x 75CL - Cardboard

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Description

  • Country France
  • Region Bordeaux
  • Appellation Saint-Estèphe
  • Color Red
  • Alcohol 13
  • Vintage 1996
  • Grape varieties 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc

THE Château Cos D'Estournel, located at Saint-Estèphe, It embodies the soul of the Bordeaux terroir. Its wines, rich in history, reflect a philosophy of excellence, combining tradition and innovation. The vintage 1996, with its noble grape varieties, promises an unforgettable sensory experience, revealing the complexity and depth of aromas from this prestigious region.

Ratings

Ratings

  • Parker (WA) 94/100
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

The wine is a deep, almost opaque red. The nose opens with aromas of ripe black fruit, sweet spices, and delicate woody notes. On the palate, this wine is full and velvety, with silky tannins that provide a beautiful structure. The long, elegant finish evokes nuances of cocoa and black cherry, promising excellent aging potential.

Food & wine pairings

This wine pairs wonderfully with duck breast with cherries or a mature cheese.

Producer

Producer

The vineyard of Château Cos D'Estournel It extends over clay-limestone soils, ideal for growing noble grape varieties. The region's geological diversity, combined with a favorable microclimate, allows the grapes to develop exceptional aromatic complexity. The vines, several decades old, are spread across well-exposed hillsides, which promotes optimal fruit ripening. domaine practices environmentally friendly viticulture, seeking to preserve biodiversity and soil health.

Owner and history

Today, the Château Cos D'Estournel is managed by Michel Reybier, a wine enthusiast who has successfully combined tradition and modernity. Under his leadership, the domaine has experienced a revival, with investments in infrastructure and a particular focus on wine quality. Michel Reybier is committed to respecting the heritage of château while exploring new paths for the future. This dynamic vision ensures the continuity of the excellence for which the reputation of Château Cos D'Estournel around the world.

Vinification and aging

Winemaking at Château Cos D'Estournel The wine is made with meticulous care. The carefully selected grapes are vinified in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the purity of the aromas. After alcoholic fermentation, the wine is aged in oak barrels, some of which are renewed each year. This aging process, which lasts approximately 18 months, gives the wine remarkable complexity and structure, while harmoniously integrating the oak notes. Every step of the process is designed to enhance the unique character of the terroir.

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The team's opinion

A great Saint-Estèphe of remarkable intensity, combining structured power, racy freshness and aromatic complexity, with a long and majestic finish.

  • Serving temperature 16–18 °C

  • Climax 2006 à 2026

Wine profile

  • Complex
  • Timber frame
  • Spicy