Château Cos d'Estournel (Saint-Estèphe) '22

Château Cos d’Estournel is a monumental Saint-Estèphe red, blending 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, and small amounts of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Known for its exotic architecture and refined style, this second-growth estate delivered one of its most opulent and structured wines in recent memory. The 2022 vintage is dense, powerful, and polished, with aromas of cassis, licorice, graphite, and spices. The palate is layered with black fruit, cocoa, and mineral notes, supported by velvety tannins and vibrant freshness. Critics across the board hailed it as one of the estate’s finest, awarding scores from 97 to a perfect 100 points, praising its concentration, finesse, and long aging potential. A wine of depth, balance, and grandeur—built to last for decades.