2021 Les Pagodes de Cos Blanc
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The second wine in white from this team, the 2021 Pagodes De Cos Blanc (85% Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Sémillon) has a brilliant array of ripe melon and stone fruits that are supported by subtle minty herb and mineral nuances. It's nicely textured, medium-bodied, has good concentration, and outstanding length. Drink bottles over the coming 2-4 years.
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Neal Martin
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The 2021 Pagodes de Cos has an attractive nose with gooseberry, lime and Conference pear aromas that unfurl nicely in the glass and draw you in. The palate is well-balanced with a harmonious, lime-tinged entry, a fine bead of acidity and a composed, if rather straightforward finish. Enjoy it over the next five to seven years.
The 2021 Pagodes de Cos d'Estournel Blanc is bright and focused. Lemon confit, marzipan, white flowers, slate and mint unfold in the glass, while pretty tropical accents lift the finish nicely. This nuanced, expressive second white wine is a delight.
Offering up aromas of gooseberry, pear, lemon curd and pastry cream, the 2021 Pagodes de Cos Blanc is medium to full-bodied, layered and fleshy, with a satiny attack that segues into a chalky mid-palate animated by tangy acids.
About the producer
Louis Gaspard d’Estournel inherited Cos and Pomys in 1791, founding Cos d’Estournel in 1811, investing significantly in the property and expanding the estate from 14 to 45 hectares. The estate rapidly rose to prominence and the wines were exported around the world.