{"product_id":"2022-cos-destournel-pagodes-de-cos","title":"2022 Cos d'Estournel Pagodes de Cos","description":"\u003cp\u003e2022 Pagodes de Cos is the characterful second wine of the iconic Château Cos d'Estournel, offering a more approachable expression of this legendary Saint-Estèphe estate. Crafted from the same privileged terroir and with the same exacting care as the Grand Vin, it delivers depth, refinement and a clear sense of place. This is a modern, seductive Left Bank Bordeaux that brings the exotic signature of Cos d’Estournel into a more youthful, immediately enjoyable style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2022 Pagodes de Cos shows a deep, vibrant ruby-purple hue, reflecting the sunny generosity of the vintage. The nose is expressive and layered, with ripe blackcurrant and blackberry at the core, lifted by notes of violet, graphite, cedar, and a hint of exotic spice that has become a hallmark of Cos. Subtle touches of cocoa, licorice and dark cherry emerge with air, giving the bouquet a plush and inviting character.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied with a polished, velvety texture and finely tuned tannins. Dark berry fruit—cassis, black plum and mulberry—is supported by fresh acidity that keeps the wine lively and precise, while savory nuances of tobacco, pencil shavings and a faint saline edge speak to its Saint-Estèphe origins. The oak is well-judged, adding structure and sweet spice without overwhelming the fruit. While already charming in its youth, the 2022 Pagodes de Cos has the backbone to evolve gracefully over the next 8–12 years, gaining further complexity and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from the younger vines and selected parcels of Château Cos d’Estournel in Saint-Estèphe, Pagodes de Cos benefits from the same exceptional terroir of deep gravel over clay and limestone soils that overlook the Gironde estuary. This combination of well-draining gravels and cooler subsoils promotes both ripeness and freshness, key to the balance of the 2022 vintage. Grapes are harvested parcel by parcel, typically by hand, to ensure optimal maturity and careful sorting in the cellar. Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled vats, allowing for gentle extraction and preservation of aromatic purity, followed by maturation in French oak barrels (a portion new), where the wine gains structure, complexity and the signature silkiness associated with Cos d’Estournel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2022 Pagodes de Cos is a versatile partner at the table, shining alongside classic dishes such as roast lamb with herbs, entrecôte Bordelaise, duck breast, or braised short ribs. Its structure and freshness also make it an excellent match for game birds, mushroom dishes, and aged hard cheeses like Comté or Manchego. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight both its aromatics and finesse. Young bottles will benefit from 45–60 minutes in a decanter to soften the tannins and allow the layered bouquet to fully express itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Cos d’Estournel is one of the most celebrated estates of the Médoc, classified as a Second Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification and renowned for its opulent yet structured wines. Located at the southern edge of Saint-Estèphe, bordering Pauillac, the estate has long been admired for its exceptional terroir and its distinctive, “exotic” style—a nod to founder Louis-Gaspard d’Estournel’s 19th-century trade links with India, which also inspired the château’s famous pagoda-topped architecture. Today, Cos d’Estournel is considered a benchmark of the Left Bank, consistently earning high critical acclaim and setting standards for precision, elegance and aging potential. Pagodes de Cos, introduced as the estate’s second wine, allows wine lovers to experience the distinctive personality and pedigree of this great property in a more accessible, earlier-drinking form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Cos d'Estournel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251878482257,"sku":"GCW-ESTO-22002","price":69.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2019_cos_destournel_pagodes_de_cos_1_1.png?v=1783442045","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2022-cos-destournel-pagodes-de-cos","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}