2019 Château Cos d'Estournel Blanc

The 2019 vintage is one of the most balanced vintages of the decade. The Cos d'Estournel Blanc shows a beautiful aromatic spectrum in this vintage, with aromas of white peach, lemon peel, acacia blossom, passion fruit and subtle notes of brioche and wet stone. The mouthfeel is broad and creamy, carried by a lively, precise acidity. The oak influence is elegant and supportive, without dominating. The wine has a clear structure and tension. The minerality and freshness provide refinement, while the ripe fruit core makes the wine round and complex. This is a white wine with the soul of a great red: powerful, precise and extremely worthy of ageing.

Wine and food pairings

The gastronomic qualities of Cos d'Estournel Blanc make it an ideal partner for elegant, subtle or rich dishes in which structure, texture and layering come together.

Grilled or poached fish with butter sauce or almond
Turbot with beurre blanc, sea bream with lemon butter or trout with almond and capers enhance the creamy structure of the wine and are refreshed by its lively acidity.

Lobster, langoustines or scallops Saint-Jacques
The silky texture of the shellfish complements the roundness of the wine beautifully, while the salty and sweet seafood harmonises with the citrus fruit and floral notes.

Poultry in cream sauce or with truffle
Chicken in morel sauce, guinea fowl with truffle jus or turkey with celeriac puree make a rich, layered combination in which the wine shows its full character without overpowering the dish.

Risotto with mushrooms or aged Parmesan
The creamy texture and earthy notes of the dish are beautifully complemented by the depth and mineral undertones of the wine. The fine acidity keeps it all lively.

Matured cheeses with soft rind and nutty aromas
An 18-month Comté, aged Mimolette or a mature Tomme de Brebis provide enough complexity and salt to bring out the wine, while enhancing the length of the finish.

The Terroir of Cos d'Estournel Blanc

The terroir of Cos d'Estournel Blanc consists of deep roots and a favourable location near the Gironde Estuary, which gives the wine remarkable balance, density and refinement. The combination of clay and gravel in the soil contributes to the unique characteristics of the wine. A programme of replanting and grafting has contributed to the continuous improvement of the wine quality. The soil is regularly ploughed and sustainable methods are used to grow top quality grapes.

The Estate

Located in the north of the Médoc, on the hill of Saint-Estèphe, Château Cos d'Estournel appears majestic. The castle and its pagodas surprise and captivate the eye like a real palace of a Maharaja. In 1791, Louis-Gaspard d'Estournel inherited several hectares of vineyards and built the estate. An adventurer who had travelled the world, his taste for the exotic and the East gave Château Cos d'Estournel its unique architecture in the Médoc. Owned by Michel Reybier since 2000, it continues to shine in the Saint-Estèphe appellation, in the tradition of the greatest wines in the world, characterised by a unique style where the taste for beauty and excellence is a constant quest.

Vineyard management

Cos d'Estournel is committed to innovation and sustainability in winemaking. The estate uses advanced techniques such as a gravity-fed winery and plot-by-plot culture, ensuring exceptional quality and character in every bottle. The vines benefit from ideal exposure and good ventilation, allowing them to produce high-quality grapes even in challenging weather conditions. Cos d'Estournel Blanc is a voluptuous and harmonious wine that perfectly captures the essence of its terroir, with a balance between richness and freshness that makes this wine a true classic.