2 double-magnums per lot
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Château Cos d'Estournel--Vintage 1996
Saint-Estèphe, 2me cru classé
In original wooden case
"Made from 65 Cabernet Sauvignon and 35 Merlot, this is a huge, backward wine. The 1996 possesses an opaque purple color, as well as pure aromatics consisting of cassis, grilled herbs, coffee, and toasty new oak. Massive in the mouth, and one of the most structured and concentrated young Cos d'Estournels I have ever tasted, this thick, structured, tannic wine has closed down significantly since bottling. It requires 7-8 years of cellaring, and should last for 30-35 years. It is a fabulous Cos, but patience is required. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2030." Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #122 (Apr 1999)
2 double-magnums per lot
Saint-Estèphe, 2me cru classé
In original wooden case
"Made from 65 Cabernet Sauvignon and 35 Merlot, this is a huge, backward wine. The 1996 possesses an opaque purple color, as well as pure aromatics consisting of cassis, grilled herbs, coffee, and toasty new oak. Massive in the mouth, and one of the most structured and concentrated young Cos d'Estournels I have ever tasted, this thick, structured, tannic wine has closed down significantly since bottling. It requires 7-8 years of cellaring, and should last for 30-35 years. It is a fabulous Cos, but patience is required. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2030." Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #122 (Apr 1999)
2 double-magnums per lot