
Independent sommelier and consultant
Adelina Estate Introspect 2022
Australia, South Australia
96/100
Overall rating
3/5
Value for money
€37,35
€47,00
€334,00/pcs.
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Château Cos d'Estournel 2005 is a remarkable Saint-Estèphe classified as a 2nd Grand Cru Classé in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, and one of the standout vintages of the modern era. Built on Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, it combines power, precision, and a distinctly refined style, making it a superb choice for collectors and Bordeaux lovers alike.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a deep, dark ruby color that hints at its concentration and age-worthy structure. The bouquet is intense and layered, with blackcurrant, dark cherry, cedar, tobacco, and exotic spice lifted by a subtle mineral edge.
On the palate, the wine is rich and focused, with silky yet assertive tannins giving it impressive backbone and balance. The finish is long and persistent, unfolding with notes of dark chocolate, licorice, and spice. While already expressive with proper aeration, it still has excellent aging potential and will continue to gain complexity over the coming decades.
Production
Produced in Saint-Estèphe in Bordeaux, this wine reflects the gravelly terroir and Left Bank character that favor Cabernet Sauvignon in particular. The 2005 vintage benefited from ideal conditions for full phenolic ripeness, and the blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot was vinified to preserve concentration, freshness, and structure.
Food & Serving
This is a powerful, elegant Bordeaux that pairs beautifully with roasted lamb, beef tenderloin, game, duck breast, or rich mushroom dishes. Serve at around 16–18°C, and decant for at least 1–2 hours if opening now to allow the wine to fully раскрыve its aromatic complexity and soften the tannins.
Producer
Château Cos d’Estournel is one of the great names of Saint-Estèphe, founded in the early 19th century and long admired for its distinctive style and ambitious winemaking. As a Second Growth estate, it holds a prestigious place in Bordeaux history and has earned a reputation for producing wines of exceptional depth, longevity, and character.
| Type | Red wine |
| Producer | Château Cos d'Estournel |
| Vintage | 2005 |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Food pairing |
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