Chateau Cos d'Estournel, Saint-Estephe, France 2012 Gamay not too delicate—just right

not too delicate—just right

fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature with indigenous yeasts

refreshing finish

Very dense center palate to the La Dame this year with purity of fruit and round

lending a floral

Chateau Cos d'Estournel, Saint-Estephe, France 2012 Gamay not too delicate—just rightThis is one of the vintages from Cos that seems to pull out all the stops. The fruit is so rich, the texture so dense, and deep flavors of chocolate back up the huge structure. It does work in its magnificent, flamboyant way. And at the end, the acidity does its part and gives the wine a final lift. 94 Pts Wine Enthusiast