yet it shines for its incredible class and purity
"The 2023 Cos d’Estournel is fabulous
It’s been a staff favorite here for the last couple months
Energy and mouthwatering acidity is in the background but it’s the texture that’s most captivating
Red berry fruit and earthy mineral notes are propped up by lively acidity leading to a clean
2019 Chateau Pedesclaux Fleur de Pedesclaux Pauillac St. Laurent yet it shines for its90 points, Vinous "The 2019 Fleur de Pdesclaux, matured in 30% new oak, has been increasing its Cabernet Sauvignon since 2009, when it was pure Merlot (and also undergoing organic conversion since 2013). Raspberry, blackberry, cedar and light tobacco scents unfurl in the glass. The palate is still quite fleshy and rounded, and lightly spiced, retaining that hint of Chinese five spice toward the tender finish. A lovely second wine." Neal Martin