Chateau Cos d´Estournel 1982

WEINWISSER: "Mitteldunkles Granat, feine Reifetöne. Von Beginn weg ein delikates Traumbouquet, nicht so bullig wie andere 1982er, sondern viel mehr auf Finessen setzend, vielschichtig, aufgrund der herrlichen Zedernaromen an einen grossen Ducru-Beaucaillou erinnernd, Pflaumenaromen, ein restlicher Hauch Cassis, deshalb Affinität zu einem Pomerol, wobei sich die Eindrücke mit getrocknetem Thymian und malziger Süsse vermischen. Im Gaumen fein, elegant und doch Druck aufweisend, königliche Tannine, langes, erhabenes Finale."

DUNNUCK: "I loved this bottle of 1982 Cos d'Estournel, and it was easily the best bottle I’ve had of this wine, which has always shown slightly tired and over the hill for me. It shows classic, even youthful notes of lead pencil, currants and saddle leather, was full-bodied, had beautiful depth of fruit, and a great, great finish, all pointing to a fully mature yet grand Saint Estephe. Drink up."

WINE CELLAR INSIDER: "The nose, with its blend of tobacco, mint, flowers, spice box, cherries and herbs hit all the right notes. Popped and poured, within 30 minutes, the wine, filled out, softened and moved from very good to suave, refined and elegant, retaining its full-bodied richness. Perhaps it was cork or just luck of the draw, but this bottle was markedly better than previous bottles."

WINEADVOCATE: "This 1982 is still displaying a beautiful deep ruby/purple hue as well as a stunning set of aromatics consisting of blue and black fruits, loamy earth, flowers, licorice, and spice box. The wine is medium to full-bodied with sweet tannins, a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel, and a silky finish. It appears to have hit full maturity, but it can easily be held in a cold cellar for another 10+ years."

ANTONIO GALLONI: "The 1982 Cos d’Estournel is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot. I have always fallen for the aromatics of this 1982: roasted chestnut and a touch of aniseed that combines effortlessly with the melted red berry fruit, touches of tar developing with time. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, perhaps not quite as extravagant as it showed a few years ago, but there is genuine depth and grip here. There is that lovely savory, lightly spiced finish and a very persistent aftertaste that is thoroughly enjoyable after 36 years. This is a wonderful 1982 that will give pleasure for many more years. Tasted at the Cos d’Estournel vertical at the property."

ROBINSON: "Extremely rich and complex with admirable raciness plus notes of both luscious mulberry fruit and liquorice. Very delicious."

WINESPECTATOR: "Built for aging. Very dark ruby in color, with a garnet rim. Dried flower and berry aromas. Full-bodied and very solid, with masses of fruit and tannins. Still has plenty of time to go.--1982 Bordeaux horizontal."