Chateau Cos Labory2018
RED WINE
- Producer Chateau Cos Labory
- Country France
- Region Bordeaux
- Appellation Saint-Estephe
- UPC 0 15643 67319 1
Reviews
James Suckling 92
Aromas of blackberries and blueberries with cloves, graphite and dark chocolate. It's medium-to full-bodied with firm, tight-grained tannins. Sleek and refined with an austere, mineral finish. But polished texture.
by JS, James Suckling , 2021
Wine Enthusiast 92
The Audoy family has produced a structured wine, dense with tannins and backed by dark plum and berry fruits. It is rich, with a good future ahead of it, textured with richness as well as initial dryness.
by RV, Wine Enthusiast , 2021
Vinous Media 93
The 2018 Cos Labory is fabulous. An extra kick of richness from the warm year and a bit more Petit Verdot than usual result in a Cos Labory that is wonderfully savory, powerful and layered. Black cherry, plum, cloves, chocolate and dried herbs build as this potent, exotically ripe Saint-Estephe opens in the glass. Today, the 2018 is dark, brooding and in need of cellaring. Cos Labory is a bit wild, but that just adds to its considerable allure.
by AG, Vinous Media , 2021
Wine Advocate 93
The 2018 Cos Labory has a deep garnet-purple color, bursting from the glass with bold notes of warm cassis, blackberry compote and Morello cherries, plus suggestions of roses, unsmoked cigars and tree bark. The medium-bodied palate has a very sturdy frame of firm, grainy tannins and tons of freshness supporting the rather delicately played fruit, finishing long and earthy/minerally. The structure stands out a little now, which I enjoy, but for those preferring softer, rounder expressions, give this a good 3-5 years in the cellar and drink it over the next 15-20 years.
by LPB, Wine Advocate , 2021