Chateau Cos d'Estournel 'Les Pagodes de Cos' 2009 France Gevrey-Chambertin Les Corbeaux This is backed by lively

This is backed by lively acidity and finely wrought tannins

as the wine opens up pear and jasmine notes appear

smoke and a superior berry tincture

cabernet-driven nose

Firmly structured and balanced

Chateau Cos d'Estournel 'Les Pagodes de Cos' 2009 France Gevrey-Chambertin Les Corbeaux This is backed by livelyThe 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,