COS D'ESTOURNEL Saint-Estephe 2008 Saint-Julien Initially making wines in conjunction

Initially making wines in conjunction with renowned local wineries such as JasperHill and Giaconda

The quality of the oak used is very important

and a long vanilla finish

and entirely without the use of herbicides

Tasting notes: The nose is initially dominated by black fruit

COS D'ESTOURNEL Saint-Estephe 2008 Saint-Julien Initially making wines in conjunctionWine Region: Bordeaux France Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Tasting notes: "The medium to deep garnet colored 2008 Cos d'Estournel is blended of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Pow! The nose explodes with notes of baked cherries, preserved plums, fried herbs, beef drippings and warm cassis with wafts of wood smoke, salami and tobacco leaf. Medium bodied, the palate is elegant and earthy savory in character,