2020 Cos d'Estournel Pagodes de Cos Blanc

Pagodes de Cos Blanc 2020 is a blend of 90% Sauvignon Blanc and 10% Sémillon. The 2020 Pagodes de Cos Blanc has aromas of nectarine, gooseberry, white flowers and pastry cream, followed by a medium to full, spacious and fleshy palate framed by zesty acidity, ending with a citrusy finish.

The Terroir of Cos d'Estournel Blanc

The terroir of Cos d'Estournel Blanc is located in the north of the Médoc, near the mouth of the Gironde Estuary. This area benefits from a cool microclimate and natural ventilation by the nearby ocean, which contributes to the production of wines with great aromatic precision.

Vineyard management

Pagodes de Cos Blanc 2023 is the result of 19 years of experience in vineyard management and white wine vinification. The vines, the oldest of which are 38 years old, have reached their full potential to produce fine white wines worthy of the name of the estate's famous pagodas. The soil is ploughed regularly and sustainable methods are used to grow top quality grapes.

Flavor profile

Pagodes de Cos Blanc 2023 is bright and delicate, with floral aromas and a soft texture that envelops the palate. The wine evokes the image of a walk through a flower garden, with subtle notes that make it a delicious pleasure to enjoy at any time. It has a full and bright mid-palate with lots of intensity and a salty finish.

Tasting notes

The wine has a pronounced depth and focus, with character of sliced lemon and green mango, as well as orange blossom. There are also hints of stone and salt. The wine is full-bodied and has a bright mid-palate with lots of intensity. The finish is salty and persistent, adding to the complexity of the wine.

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.

Innovation and Sustainability

Cos d'Estournel is constantly striving for excellence. The vineyards are managed with a focus on sustainability and innovation. Over the past few years, a program of replanting and grafting has been carried out to further improve the quality of the grapes. Thanks to their deep roots and proximity to the Gironde Estuary, the vines of Cos d'Estournel Blanc produce a remarkably balanced harvest with wonderful density and refinement.