{"product_id":"chateau-cos-destournel-1986","title":"Château Cos d'Estournel 1986","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau Cos d'Estournel 1986 is a superbly mature Saint-Estèphe that shows why this second-growth estate is so highly regarded in Bordeaux. With its deep structure, refined balance and remarkable complexity, it offers a beautifully evolved expression of Cabernet Sauvignon-led Bordeaux from one of the region’s most distinctive châteaux.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine presents a dark ruby core with gentle brownish reflections, a clear sign of its age and evolution. The nose is layered and expressive, unfolding with blackcurrant, plum, cedar, tobacco, leather and earthy nuances, all wrapped in a sense of classic Bordeaux maturity.\n\nOn the palate, it remains impressively full and structured, with silky tannins that are now fully integrated. Ripe dark fruit is supported by notes of spice, chocolate and a faint smoky edge, leading to a long, lingering finish. While it is ready to drink now, it still has the depth and balance to continue developing gracefully for some time if stored properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine comes from the Saint-Estèphe appellation in Bordeaux, an area known for its gravelly and clay-rich soils that help produce structured, age-worthy wines. Harvesting and vinification details for this vintage are not specified, but the finished wine shows the hallmark blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, carefully crafted to balance power, freshness and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent wine for classic dishes such as roast lamb, beef tenderloin, game, duck breast or braised short ribs, as well as aged hard cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting gently before serving to help the wine open up and shed any remaining sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Cos d'Estournel is one of the most celebrated estates in Saint-Estèphe and a Classified Second Growth from the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Founded in the early 19th century, the château has long been known for its bold style, exceptional longevity and distinctive identity, with its pagoda-like architecture reflecting the owner’s historic fascination with the East. Today, it remains a benchmark for powerful yet elegant Bordeaux wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Cos d'Estournel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122412527858,"sku":"FW-2789","price":335.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/nv_1_1_1_1.png?v=1777475919","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/chateau-cos-destournel-1986","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}