Goulée by Cos d’Estournel 2016

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2016 Goulée by Cos d'Estournel is made up of 77% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc. It has a deep garnet-purple color and opens with youthful notes of crushed red and black plums, cherries and blackberries with touches of chocolate mint and tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied with plenty of juicy red and black fruits, framed by soft tannins and finishing with a minty lift.

James Suckling

Deep, dark and rich fruit, from plums to berries. Full bodied, layered, dense and very rich. Best after 2022.

Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider

VertdeVin

The nose is fruity , spicy and aromatic . It reveals notes of cherry, red berries and more slightly varietals associated with small touches of pepper , crunchy small fruits as well as discreet hints of bell pepper. The palate is juicy (beautiful juiciness), fruity, fresh and offers minerality, a beautiful acidulous frame, a good structure as well as gourmandize. On the palate this wine expresses notes of crunchy cherry and crunchy/acidulous red berries associated with small touches of flowers, crunchy blueberry, crunchy/juicy blackberry as well as small/fine touches of liquorice and an imperceptible hint of toasted/cardamom. Good persistence.

Wine Enthusiast

Full of ripe fruit that gives an almost opulent character, this powerful wine is packed with tannins. A touch of dark chocolate contrasts with the black-currant fruits and acidity.