2022 G d'Estournel
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The 2022 G d’Estournel (formerly known as Goulée by Cos d’Estournel), is a powerul, aromatic Haut-Médoc. A blend of 67% Merlot, 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3.6% Cabernet Franc and 0.4% Petit Verdot, it is very expressive with an opulent nose of black cherry, liquorice and gingerbread. Powerful and muscular, this is a bold wine and will improve with time.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Neal Martin
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Aged a year in barrel and 67% Merlot, 29% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the 2022 G D'Estournel is a hidden little gem in the vintage that offers loads of character. Black cherries, saddle leather, spicy flowers, and savory herb notes all shine in this charming, delicious, medium-bodied Médoc, which has a round, supple mouthfeel and a great finish. It will drink nicely over the coming decade.
The 2022 G d'Estournel retains the black cherry and cassis scents on the nose. It's quite rich and opulent, though there is no sense of sur-maturité . The palate is medium-bodied with a sweet core of licorice-tinged black fruit, though I find the tannins just a little rough on the finish. Give it a couple of years in bottle.
About the producer
Louis Gaspard d’Estournel inherited Cos and Pomys in 1791, founding Cos d’Estournel in 1811, investing significantly in the property and expanding the estate from 14 to 45 hectares. The estate rapidly rose to prominence and the wines were exported around the world.