Cos d'Estournel
Saint - Estephe Cos d'Estournel 2009
The external Saint of the French cellar Cos of Estournel is a red wine of great body and elegance from one of the most suitable and renowned areas of France: Bordeaux. This label is made with a Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc carefully selected and a minimum refinement of 12 months in French oak barrels and next months in the bottle. The glass is filled by an intense ruby red mantle with purple reflections that introduce notes of berries, sweet spices and mineral sensations. The sip is full, soft, complex, with a long closure and of surprising freshness
Facts about the wine
| Year | 2009 |
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| Region | Bordeaux |
| Producer | Cos d'Estournel |
| Category | Red |
| Grapes | Cabernet Sauvignon 65%, Merlot 33%, Cabernet Franc 2% |
| Classification | Saint-Estephe AOC |
| Alcohol (%) | 13,00% |
| Vinification | Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in wooden barrels at controlled temperature |
| Aging | At least 12 months in oak barrel |
| Production philosophy | |
| Note | Contains sulfites |
| Bottle size | Bottle 75 cl |
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| Serving temp. | 18°-20°C |
| Glass | Large glass |
| Colour | Intense ruby red with purple reflections |
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| Taste | Full, complex, articulated, surprisingly fresh and by the ending of great persistence |
| Scent | Powerful, rich, large, notes of black currant, brunette, nutmeg and black tea alternate with mineral sensations |
Food that goes well with this wine
Risotto with meat
Seasoned cheeses
Pasta meat sauce
Game