2005 Cos d'Estournel, St Estèphe, Bordeaux spirit notes of graphite and spice

notes of graphite and spice

with something that hints at eucalyptus (perhaps a nod to the coolness of the vintage)

reached its peak of maturity so that we could enjoy the result many years later

this has wonderful concentration

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2005 Cos d'Estournel, St Estèphe, Bordeaux spirit notes of graphite and spiceGorgeous blackcurrants, smoked tobacco, chocolate, gravelly earth, and spicy notes all define the 2005 Chteau Cos D'Estournel, a deep, full bodied, powerful expression of this terroir that does everything right. Massively concentrated, rich, and unctuous, it nevertheless stays flawlessly balanced and has ripe, polished tannins. Needing plenty of air to show at its best, it's just now getting to the early stages of its prime drinking window and has