Chateau Cos D'Estournel 1998

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (88)

Bottled in April, 2000, this elegant, stylish, graceful wine is an attractive, dark ruby/purple-colored effort with subtle notes of sweet oak, licorice, herbs, and black fruits. While not massive, it is medium-bodied and ripe, with sweet tannin. Forty-eight percent of the production was utilized in this blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot.

Winespectator (87)

Gorgeous spice, berry and cherry aromas. Medium- to full-bodied, with plenty of good fruit and medium tannins, but a slightly hollow midpalate.

James Suckling (90)

A delicious bottle showing a spicy and slightly herbal character on both the nose and palate with hints of currants and dried fruits. Full and soft with velvety tannins.

Rene Gabriel (18)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.

BOW (8)