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1982 Cos d'Estournel

By Chateau Cos d'Estournel

1982 Cos d'Estournel from Chateau Cos d'Estournel, St-Estephe, Bordeaux

Nestled in the northern reaches of the Médoc lies a wine that encapsulates the very essence of its vintage: the 1982 Cos d'Estournel from Chateau Cos d'Estournel. A year that has etched its name in the annuls of Bordeaux history, 1982 was marked by climatic generosity, providing an opulent canvas for this St-Estephe's masterstroke.

 

Refinement and Richness: A Harmonious Blend

The glorious summer of 1982 bestowed an abundance of perfectly-ripened grapes upon the vines of Chateau Cos d'Estournel. The resulting vintage showcases a splendour rarely achieved. Its aroma captivates with a bouquet of cassis and cherries layered with subtle hints of truffle and leather – a testimony to its astute ageing over the decades.

With regard to palate, the 1982 Cos d'Estournel unravels with exceptional balance. Its silken tannins envelop the senses, leading to an enthralling dance of dark fruit flavours, intricately woven with notes of cedar and spice. Truly, a libation that commands attention, resonating deeply with connoisseurs and investors alike.

 

The Jewel in a Collector's Coup

Fine wine investment demands not only an ear for opportunity but a palate for quality. To those ends, the 1982 vintage from Chateau Cos d'Estournel serves as both a bastion of Bordeaux excellence and a keystone asset in any reputable collection. It stands as one of the monumental vintages of the 20th century, continuing to appreciate in value as gracefully as it ages.

There remains a reverential gravity to wines that hallmark their eras, and in this instance, the 1982 Cos d'Estournel is no exception. To imbibe or to invest – either choice leads one down a path lit by the brilliance of vinicultural finesse.

In summary, when one deliberates on esteemed vintages poised for wise investment, the 1982 Cos d'Estournel from Chateau Cos d'Estournel is an unequivocal candidate. A vintage sculpted by favourable circumstances, yielding an embodying wine that continues to unravel its complexities through time, securing its place in the pantheon of collectible vintages.

Market price (SGD)

$7,470.00

12x75cl

Highest score

95

POP score

298

Scores and tasting notes

95

This 1982 is still displaying a beautiful deep ruby/purple hue as well as a stunning set of aromatics consisting of blue and black fruits, loamy earth, flowers, licorice, and spice box. The wine is medium to full-bodied with sweet tannins, a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, and a silky finish. It appears to have hit full maturity, but it can easily be held in a cold cellar for another 10+ years. Release price: ($115.00/case)

Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 29 June 2009

95

Tasted at Pebbles/Zachy's 1982 dinner in Hong Kong. I have always loved this Cos d'Estournel, far more than either Montrose or Calon-Segur. Here it has a sensual nose of dark cherries, hot gravels, a cheeky scent of aniseed and roasted chestnuts. It has such personality and charm that you don't care whether it was cropped at 250hl/ha (joke). The palate is full-bodied with good density and weight in the mouth. It is very harmonious with a fine seam of acidity and touches of roasted herbs and bay leaf towards the finish that perhaps is just beginning to lose its cohesion with age. Still, a Saint Estephe that you cannot help but enjoy. Tasted November 2012.

Neal Martin - Wine Journal Jan 2013

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