1996 Chateau Cos D'Estournel (750ml)

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Vintage: 1996
Format: 750ml
Wine Name: Chateau Cos DEstournel
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Appellation: St. Estephe
Producer: Chateau Cos DEstournel
Varietal: Red Bordeaux Blend
Type: Red
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Sub-Region: Medoc
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Tasting note: Saturated deep ruby. Ineffable aromas of black fruits, minerals, licorice and Havana tobacco. Rich, dense and thick; powerful but harmonious. Layered texture over a strong backbone. Very long on the palate, with thoroughly ripe, noble cabernet tannins. Superb. (94pts. Stephen Tanzer)

Tasted: May/Jun 1999
Score: 94
Drink: N/A

Tasting note: Made from 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Merlot, this is a huge, backward wine. The 1996 possesses an opaque purple color, as well as pure aromatics consisting of cassis, grilled herbs, coffee, and toasty new oak. Massive in the mouth, and one of the most structured and concentrated young Cos d'Estournels I have ever tasted, this thick, structured, tannic wine has closed down significantly since bottling. It requires 7-8 years of cellaring, and should last for 30-35 years. It is a fabulous Cos, but patience is required. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2030. (93pts. Robert Parker)

Tasted: Apr. 1999
Score: 93
Drink: 2006-30