Chateau Cos d'Estournel 1998 Size:750 ml A first impetuous

A first impetuous

Like new world pinot noir

it has a refined and almost silky balance

soft tannins and nice depth of flavor this is a bit more substantial than your average Pinot

Needs time

Chateau Cos d'Estournel 1998 Size:750 ml A first impetuous91 Points James Suckling The 1998 vintage was not an outstanding one for most Cabernet reds from Bordeaux, particularly from the Medoc. It rained in late September and affected the quality of the grapes. This said, most of the Right Bank, such as Pomerol and St Emilion, made superlative wines since they harvest before the rains. In any case, the 1998 Cos was a delicious bottle showing a spicy and slightly herbal character on both the nose and palate