Unveiling the Vinicultural Legacy: Exploring the Splendor of Cos d’Estournel 1995
We are thrilled to present to you the esteemed Cos d’Estournel 1995, a distinguished emblem of Bordeaux’s vinicultural heritage. Crafted with meticulous care and boasting a legacy that dates back centuries, this wine encapsulates the essence of excellence and refinement.
Origins and Heritage:
Nestled in the heart of Saint-Estèphe, within the renowned Bordeaux region of France, lies the illustrious estate of Cos d’Estournel. Since its inception in the early 19th century, this château has been celebrated for its unwavering commitment to producing wines of unparalleled quality and character. The 1995 vintage stands as a testament to the estate’s enduring legacy, showcasing the unique terroir and expertise that define Cos d’Estournel.
Tasting Notes and Scores from Wine Critics:
A wine of extraordinary intensity and accessibility, the 1995 Cos d’Estournel is a sexier, more hedonistic offering than the muscular, backward 1996. Opulent, with forward aromatics (gobs of black fruits intermixed with toasty pain grillé scents and a boatload of spice), this terrific Cos possesses remarkable intensity, full-body, and layers of jammy fruit nicely framed by the wine’s new oak. Because of low acidity and sweet tannins, the 1995 will be difficult to resist young, although it will age for 2-3 decades. Anticipated maturity: 2001-2025.
Source: Robert Parker Points: 95
Gorgeous blackberry, toasted oak, Indian spice and light sweet tobacco on the nose. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a caressing texture. Pretty and refined. Holding back. Give it time. –’95/’96 Bordeaux retrospective. Best after 2008.
Source: James Suckling Points: 94
Cos d’Estournel 1995 was harvested following an extremely hot, dry summer (the third hottest after 1900 and 1945) and is rich, fresh and complex. With a long, aromatic finish of spices, 1995 expresses all the qualities of the best vintages of Cos d’Estournel.
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