Cos d'Estournel Les Pagodes de Cos 2020

Dark and brooding, the 2020 Les Pagodes de Cos holds its cards close to the vest. Ripe plum and dark cherry emerge slowly, joined by tobacco, licorice and dried herbs. There's an appealing tension between fruit richness and underlying energy that speaks to Saint-Estèphe's cooler terroir. The tannins are firm but polished, suggesting this second wine will reward patience.