The 2007 Cos d’Estournel is a mature, elegant expression of a challenging vintage, now fully open and drinking at its peak. Dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, it shows evolved aromas of dried fruit, spice, leather, and a touch of smokiness. The palate is silky and medium-bodied with soft, round tannins and a savory finish. Surprisingly rich and balanced, this is a vintage that rewards attention and offers immediate pleasure.

The Wine Advocate | RP 90
Published: Nov 30, 2018
Drink: 2018-2028

The 2007 Cos d'Estournel is blended of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot and 3% Cabernet Franc. It has a deep garnet-brick color and the nose reveals quite a lot of evolution—more than the previous six vintages tasted before it in this tasting—with notes of prunes, figs, chargrill and dried herbs plus hints of raisin cake, leather, balsamic and incense. Medium-bodied, refreshing and mature in the mouth, it delivers a good concentration of savory/spicy flavors and an herbal lift on the finish. It should remain at this evolutionary plateau for the next decade, before it begins to decline.

Jamessuckling.com | JS 90
Published: Nov 17, 2015

A silky and fine 2007 with mushroom, berry and light coffee character. Just a hint of dark fruits. Medium to full body. Round tannins. Drink now. I underestimated this.

Jancisrobinson.com | JR 16
Published: Jun 12, 2017
Drink: 2017-2027

Dark core with wide brick rim. Ripe, sweet and plummy with plenty of sweet spice. Smells unusually ripe in this vintage. Firm and just a bit raisiny on the palate, as if this were not a great bottle. If it is not the bottle, then it is a bit over-worked. Richer and firmer than most but lacks a bit of freshness.

Estournel.com

FASCINATING, OPULENT, VOLUPTUOUS
An invitation to travel.

Like a solitary adventurer who has sailed the seas, Cos d'Estournel initially appears secretive and intriguing. Then he slowly reveals himself. Step by step, with small touches, he evokes stories of distant cities, markets with a thousand secrets, joyful celebrations in warm stone villages, and women with voluptuous curves. The smells, colors, and flavors are gradually revealed, like happy memories. An elegant, fascinating charm, somewhere between restraint and unashamed sensuality.

CABERNET SAUVIGNON : 85%
MERLOT : 12%
CABERNET FRANC : 3%

The beautiful Merlot, slightly mature, offers in particular a soft and velvety character for a wine that deserves our full attention. Contrary to conventional wisdom, this vintage is now a revelation, elegant combination of sweet spices, smoky note and grilled red fruit. As a nice bonus of our great terroir, it is best tasted with delight.