Chateau Cos d'Estournel 'Les Pagodes de Cos' 2009 France Penedes A deep ruby color with

A deep ruby color with full-bodied flavors of red cherry

with nuances of apple and bakery obtained during ageing

Subtle tugs of savory

The palate is medium-bodied with silky tannins and vibrant acidity

with vanilla oak tones

Chateau Cos d'Estournel 'Les Pagodes de Cos' 2009 France Penedes A deep ruby color withThe 2009 Pagodes De Cos is a blockbuster that I wish I had more of in the cellar. A blend of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest mostly Merlot (theres a small amount of Petit Verdot) brought up in roughly 50% new French oak, its deep purple plum color is followed by a smorgasbord of black raspberry and kirsch like fruits, spice box, dried flowers and licorice. With a huge mid palate, sweet, sweet tannin, beautiful purity of fruit, and a great finish,