Les Pagodes de Cos-Saint-Estèphe 2021

Les Pagodes de Cos 2021 – Saint-Estèphe
Refined Second Wine from the Iconic Cos d’Estournel Estate

Wine Type: Red
Grape Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Region: Saint-Estèphe AOC, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2021
Producer: Château Cos d’Estournel (Second Wine: Les Pagodes de Cos)

Product Description

Les Pagodes de Cos 2021 is the elegant second wine of the legendary Château Cos d’Estournel, a Second Growth estate known for its exotic style and depth. In the cooler, more classic 2021 vintage, this cuvée shows finesse, aromatic clarity, and restrained power. Aged with the same precision as the Grand Vin, it offers early approachability while remaining true to the estate’s bold, polished identity.

• Hand-harvested grapes from younger vines and select plots on the Cos estate

• Vinified and aged in French oak (approx. 30–40% new)

• A wine of balance, minerality, and freshness with firm Saint-Estèphe structure

• Certified sustainable vineyard practices

Tasting Notes

Aromas: Blackberry, cassis, graphite, dried rose, and exotic spice
Palate: Medium-bodied with refined tannins, fresh acidity, and layered black fruit
Finish: Long and graceful with a mineral edge and subtle oak

Serving Suggestions

Serve at 17–18 °C:

• Pairs beautifully with roast lamb, duck confit, beef Wellington, or mushroom dishes

• Complements aged cheeses, lentil stew, or Provençal fare

• Drink now with decanting, or age 10–15 years for greater complexity

Why Choose Les Pagodes de Cos 2021?

A consistently impressive second wine, Les Pagodes de Cos offers a true taste of the Grand Vin’s character at a more accessible price. The 2021 vintage delivers poise and precision—perfect for lovers of structured, elegant Left Bank Bordeaux.