
Independent sommelier and consultant
Adelina Estate Introspect 2022
Australia, South Australia
96/100
Overall rating
3/5
Value for money
€37,35
€47,00
€63,00/pcs.
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Pagodes de Cos is the elegant second wine of Château Cos d’Estournel, bringing a more approachable expression of one of Saint-Estèphe’s most renowned estates. Crafted in a classic Bordeaux style, it offers the structure, finesse and depth that make this appellation so admired, while remaining supple and accessible in its youth. It also carries the heritage of a historic Grand Cru Classé property known for benchmark wines from the Left Bank.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2017 vintage typically shows a deep ruby colour with youthful purple highlights. The nose is layered and refined, with notes of blackcurrant, plum, cedar, graphite and a touch of spice, often accompanied by subtle floral and tobacco nuances.
On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with polished tannins, fresh acidity and a well-defined core of dark fruit. The style is balanced and poised rather than overly powerful, offering good length and the potential to evolve gracefully over the next several years. While enjoyable now, it should gain additional complexity with bottle age.
Production
Sourced from the vineyards of Saint-Estèphe in Bordeaux’s Left Bank, Pagodes de Cos benefits from gravelly and clay-limestone soils that help shape the wine’s structure and freshness. The 2017 growing season in Bordeaux required careful vineyard work, with selective harvesting essential to preserve quality. Vinification follows the estate’s meticulous approach, typically involving parcel selection and controlled fermentation to build balance, precision and aromatic purity.
Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, grilled entrecôte and mushroom-based dishes. It also works well with aged hard cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 30–60 minutes if drinking young to allow the wine to open fully.
Producer
Pagodes de Cos is the second wine of Château Cos d’Estournel, one of the most distinctive and prestigious estates in Saint-Estèphe. The château has a long history of excellence in Bordeaux and is widely recognised for producing powerful yet refined wines that reflect the character of the appellation. Over time, Cos d’Estournel has earned international acclaim as a benchmark for quality on the Left Bank.
| Type | Red wine |
| Producer | Pagodes De Cos |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Grape | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Food pairing | Beef, Lamb, Poultry, Mushroom dishes, Game |
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