Château Cos d'Estournel 2023 - White

North of the Médoc, on the hill of Saint-Estèphe. The majestic Pagodas of Cos d'Estournel are just around the corner. The home of the Maharajah of Saint-Estèphe is a real surprise. It's a veritable palace, entirely dedicated to wine. This is how Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel wanted it. As soon as he inherited a few hectares of vines in 1791, he never stopped enlarging his Domaine and offering him the best techniques. Convinced that he had in his hands an exceptional terroir, this man of taste and adventurer extolled its merits around the world, in India in particular, from where he brought back his inclination for the Orient and eXOtism. In the image of his wine, bewitching and elegant, as much as spicy and powerful, he has taken the gamble of being himself in such a conventional world, cultivating his differences and assuming his choices. Owned by Michel Reybier since 2000, Cos d'Estournel pursues its destiny, between audacity and humility. Every decision is a risk-taking exercise, in keeping with a visionary philosophy that its founder would not have disavowed. Plot-by-plot cultivation pushed to the limit, demanding innovations in the winery, a taste for beauty and excellence in a world imbued with discreet elegance: this is the legacy of Louis-Gaspard as it is carried on today by its owner.

The terroir of Cos d'Estournel Blanc

Located in the northern part of the Médoc vineyards, at the end of the Gironde estuary, the Cos d'Estournel Blanc vineyard flourishes in truly privileged conditions. A cool climate coupled with natural ventilation due to the proximity of the ocean, enable the elaboration of a wine of great aromatic precision. In a constant quest for excellence, these vines have been planted and grafted for several years now, and the soil is mechanically worked and farmed in a sustainable manner to obtain grapes of optimum quality.

2023, Voluptuous

In 2023, the vines of Cos d'Estournel Blanc, thanks to their deep roots, their proximity to the Gironde and the constant care of the winemakers, have produced a vintage of astonishing balance, density and distinction.

Cos d'Estournel Blanc 2023 is defined by its opulence, thanks to the generosity of the Semillon grapes, which give it an enveloping texture, and by the freshness and elegance of the Sauvignon Blanc grapes. This complexity is revealed right from the nose, with aromas of passion fruit, white pepper and yellow peach. The palate is fresh and lively, with notes of citrus zest typical of Sauvignon Blanc, enriched by candied apple and honey.