Pagodes de Cos Saint-Estèphe 2023

Pagodes de Cos Saint-Estèphe 2023 is a dry red wine from Bordeaux, crafted by the renowned Cos d'Estournel estate. It features an aromatic profile of ripe red fruits, spicy notes, a subtle salinity, and a persistent, polished finish.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc
• D.O. / Region: AOC Saint-Estèphe, Bordeaux
• Winery: Cos d'Estournel
• Soil / Altitude: Quaternary gravel and clay on limestone bedrock
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 12 months in oak barrels

The vineyard

The vineyards are located in the southern part of the AOC Saint-Estèphe appellation, on slopes descending towards the Jalle du Breuil stream. The vines, with an average age of 40 years, grow on quaternary gravel and clay soils over a limestone bedrock.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

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Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

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Winemaking

Vinification takes place in a gravity-flow winery, which preserves the integrity of the fruit. The wine is then aged for 12 months in oak barrels to enhance its structure and complexity.

Why buy it

This red wine is a suitable choice for those seeking the structure of a great Bordeaux with an approachable profile in its youth, while maintaining notable cellaring potential. Its balance of freshness and concentration makes it a valuable addition to your cellar. If you wish to add this vintage to your collection, you can buy Pagodes de Cos Saint-Estèphe 2023 online directly from our shop.