2021 Château Cos Labory

A tight yet fragrant Saint-Estèphe with sliced strawberries, chocolate, nutmeg and currants, medium-bodied with a sleek, elegant finish.

92 James Suckling

• Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (33%), Petit Verdot (7%)
• Alcohol: 13%
• Serving temperature: 16–18°C

A Fifth Growth beside Cos d'Estournel, long run by the Audoy family and acquired in 2023 by the Cazes family of Lynch-Bages, Cos Labory is enjoying a visible revival. The 2021 shows unusual depth for the vintage: rich berries, cherries and liquorice with pencil shavings, ample and fleshy with an expansive finish.