{"product_id":"chateau-cos-destournel-2018","title":"2018 Chateau Cos d'Estournel","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2018 Chateau Cos d’Estournel – Saint-Estèphe’s Bold and Refined Second Growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Growth Information\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/Cos_d_Estournel_2018_FT_EN.pdf?v=1744625412\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWinery Information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2018 Chateau Cos d’Estournel\u003c\/strong\u003e exemplifies the grandeur of Left Bank Bordeaux. Situated just north of Pauillac, this celebrated Second Growth estate in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/saint-estephe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaint-Estèphe\u003c\/a\u003e is known for crafting structured, age-worthy wines that rival First Growths in complexity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfound aromas of \u003cstrong\u003eblackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblack tea\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eexotic spices\u003c\/strong\u003e leap from the glass, followed by undertones of \u003cstrong\u003egraphite\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eincense\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ecedar\u003c\/strong\u003e. The palate is concentrated yet polished, with layers of \u003cstrong\u003eplum\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecassis\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a long, mineral-driven finish supported by velvety tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 vintage is composed of **65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot**. The wine was aged for \u003cstrong\u003e18 months in 60% new French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding dimension while preserving purity of fruit. Cos d’Estournel’s gravel and clay soils are ideal for producing powerful, structured wines with impressive longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2018 Cos d’Estournel\u003c\/strong\u003e is among the top-rated vintages from the estate, consistently outperforming its classification. With high critical scores and long-term aging potential, it’s a compelling acquisition for collectors and Bordeaux enthusiasts. Perfect for your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Specifics \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe **2018 vintage** in Bordeaux was characterized by a warm, dry growing season with exceptional ripeness and balance, yielding powerful yet elegant wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e96 points\u003c\/strong\u003e – \u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/bordeaux\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBordeaux Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/saint-estephe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSaint-Estèphe Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/grands-crus-classes-de-medoc-of-1855\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGrands Crus Classés de Médoc\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chateau Cos d'Estournel","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":41217152090304,"sku":"COS-B18-750","price":245.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6-Pack OWC 750 mL","offer_id":41538319352000,"sku":"COS-B18-756","price":1470.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/products\/2018-chateau-cos-d-estournel-angry-wine-merchant-3.png?v=1704551104","url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/products\/chateau-cos-destournel-2018","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}