Cos d'Estournel Vintage:2020 blackcurrant

blackcurrant

scattered all over Chambolle)

the Cariad has quite a bit more Franc than is typically the case

cherry and tobacco hold court as the dense structure peeks through the minerally finish

Cos d'Estournel Vintage:2020 blackcurrantThe 1986 Cos dEstournel replicates the performance from my 30 year on tasting that I conducted a few months back. The bouquet is attractive with mint and juniper berries that grab the attention of the olfactory senses, later accompanied by liquorice and graphite. The palate is understated on the entry but then builds in the mouth with wonderful spice and black pepper infused black fruit that form the foundation of this Cos dEstournel. Sure, it feels