Cos D`Estournel 1988

Cos D`Estournel 1988

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  • Vinous rating 91
  • Robert Parker rating 87
Cos D`Estournel 1988
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HED31573

75 cl

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£200.00
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Cos d`Estournel is a prominent wine estate situated in the Saint-Estèphe appellation. Ranked as a Second Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, it produces 5 styles of wines. This is the 1988 vintage of its Grand Vin, which is drinking beautifully right now. Expect pronounced notes of mushroom, truffle, cooked red berries, stewed black fruits, spices and toast.
91 Vinous
The 1988 Cos d’Estournel was picked between 27 September and 14 October and comprises of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot. At the time it was compared with the 1966 and 1986 vintages. I appreciate the bouquet. melted dark chocolate intermingling with dark berry fruit, clove and tobacco. The amount of Cabernet used was relatively higher compared to other vintages and it has allowed this Cos d’Estournel to mature gracefully. The palate is medium-bodied with plenty of tarry blackberry and bilberry fruit, struck through with a crisp line of acidity that lends freshness. Whilst not as complex as other vintages, there is admirable balance and a prevailing sense of old school classicism. It offers hints of truffle and black pepper on the finish. This is probably at its peak now at 30-years of age but another decade is certainly not out of the question. This is the best bottle that I have tasted. Tasted at the château. - Neil Martin

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