Château Cos d'Estournel Blanc, Saint-Estephe, FR, 2022

The 2022 Cos d'Estournel Blanc is one of Bordeaux's most sought-after dry white wines. Produced in extremely limited quantities from vineyards in northern Médoc, it combines richness, aromatic intensity, and remarkable freshness. The blend is approximately 65% Sauvignon Blanc and 35% Sémillon, delivering extraordinary depth and precision.

Professional Ratings

Tasting Profile

Aromatics

• White peach and nectarine
• Meyer lemon and grapefruit zest
• Passion fruit
• Acacia blossom
• Crushed stone
• Subtle vanilla and spice

Palate

• Full-bodied and richly textured
• Layers of citrus, stone fruit, and tropical fruit
• Vibrant acidity
• Mineral-driven precision
• Remarkable balance between power and freshness

Finish

• Long and energetic
• Lingering citrus, saline minerality, and floral notes
• Exceptional aging potential for a dry Bordeaux white

Critics praised its combination of concentration and freshness, with James Suckling highlighting its purity, tension, and impressive length.

Sommelier Presentation Note

2022 Château Cos d'Estournel Blanc
One of Bordeaux's most coveted white wines, offering aromas of white peach, Meyer lemon, grapefruit, passion fruit, and acacia blossom. Richly textured yet vibrant, the palate layers citrus and stone fruit with striking mineral precision, culminating in a long, elegant finish.

JAMES SUCKLING

JEB DUNNUCK

WINE ADVOCATE