a varietal best suited to this cooler area of Champagne
Tasting notes: The nose is initially dominated by black fruit
Tasting notes: The nose is elegant with aromas of crystallized lemon and skin of white peach
Initially making wines in conjunction with renowned local wineries such as JasperHill and Giaconda
It's particularly elegant and fruity
COS D'ESTOURNEL Saint-Estephe 2008 Saint-Julien a varietal best suited toWine Region: Bordeaux France Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Tasting notes: "The medium to deep garnet colored 2008 Cos d'Estournel is blended of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc. Pow! The nose explodes with notes of baked cherries, preserved plums, fried herbs, beef drippings and warm cassis with wafts of wood smoke, salami and tobacco leaf. Medium bodied, the palate is elegant and earthy savory in character,