2015 Chateau Cos D'Estournel St.-Estephe much finer if somewhat less

much finer if somewhat less complex on the firm but less evidently structured finish

This is frankly hard to read at present though the supporting tannins seem ripe and my range offers the benefit of the doubt

dense Cabernet Franc with superb flavors of red fruits of hawthorn

Christmas pudding and Chinese five spice with hints of rose hip tea

A bit bigger than Dow's this year

2015 Chateau Cos D'Estournel St.-Estephe much finer if somewhat less95 Wine Advocate The 2015 Cos d'Estournel is composed of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23. 5% Merlot and 1. 5% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet purple in color, it offers up black currants, spice cake, warm cherries and plum preserves with touches of chargrill and forest floor. Medium bodied and very firm with ripe, grainy tannins, it has a good core of earthy fruit, finishing with loads of layers and freshness.