Pagodes de Cos 2012 (75cl)

Pagodes de Cos is the second wine of Cos d'Estournel in Saint-Estèphe. Second wines generally come from younger vines or parcels the estate sets aside, and tend to be more approachable earlier. The 2012 has had over a decade in bottle. It is suggested for a dinner with friends who know Bordeaux, or as a client gift where the Cos name carries weight in Hong Kong. Saint-Estèphe reds typically run darker and firmer than their neighbours, with blackcurrant, dark plum, graphite and earth, and sturdy tannins.