Pagodes de Cos serves as the distinguished second wine of Château Cos d'Estournel, a Grand Cru Classé estate in Saint-Estèphe. Sourced from younger vines and specific parcels within the estate's renowned gravelly terroir, it offers an earlier expression of the property's winemaking philosophy and the distinctive character of its vineyard.
The 2007 vintage in Bordeaux presented its challenges, yet skilled viticulture and precise cellar work allowed for the production of wines with notable elegance and aromatic complexity. This particular bottling reflects the vintage's capacity for producing approachable clarets, designed for enjoyment in their youth while possessing the structure for moderate cellaring. It embodies the classic Saint-Estèphe profile, albeit in a more accessible form than its elder sibling, showcasing the meticulous standards upheld by the Cos d'Estournel team.
Tasting notes
The 2007 Pagodes de Cos presents a nuanced aromatic profile, revealing notes of ripe red and black currants, intertwined with subtle hints of cedar, tobacco leaf, and a touch of forest floor, indicative of its evolving maturity. On the palate, it offers a medium-bodied structure with refined tannins and a balanced acidity that provides freshness. The fruit core is complemented by savoury undertones and a persistent, elegant finish. While approachable now, its inherent balance suggests it will continue to offer pleasure over the next few years.