What is the recommended serving temperature and drink window for this 1990 Château Cos d'Estournel? Do I need a special opener?

This mature 1990 Château Cos d'Estournel is best served at cellar temperature, 16-18°C. It is likely in its prime or slightly past, offering complex tertiary aromas. We recommend carefully decanting for 1-2 hours to allow it to open up and separate any sediment. Given its age (over 20 years old), we highly recommend using a Durand, Ah-So, or Sovy Vintage Wine Opener to prevent cork breakage.

What is the style of this wine and what Asian dishes would pair well with it?

Château Cos d'Estournel is a renowned Second Growth Bordeaux, typically a full-bodied, complex red wine predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon. The 1990 vintage would showcase mature notes of dark fruit, cedar, tobacco, leather, and earthy undertones. It pairs exquisitely with rich, savory Asian dishes such as slow-cooked beef rendang, roasted duck with five-spice, or robust Korean galbi.

Could you provide details on the bottle's condition (label, level, capsule) and offer advice on home storage?

This bottle is in excellent condition for its age. The label is perfect (score 10), the fill level is base neck (score 8), which is very good for a 1990 vintage, and the capsule is perfect (score 10). This suggests very good provenance. Handle with care due to its age. For home storage, keep the bottle in a cool, dark place with stable temperature (12-15°C) and humidity (60-75%), away from vibrations and direct light.

What is the investment value or typical scores for this wine?

The 1990 Château Cos d'Estournel is a highly regarded vintage from a top Second Growth Bordeaux, known for its quality and aging potential. With its excellent condition, this bottle holds significant investment value and has received high scores from critics over the years, making it a desirable collector's item.

What is the estimated delivery window for this wine?

As this wine is shipped from Europe (NLD), the estimated delivery time is within 2 weeks to Hong Kong. For Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days for delivery after arrival in Hong Kong. All deliveries are chilled to ensure optimal wine condition.

How can I be assured of the authenticity and provenance of this wine?

We guarantee the authenticity of all our wines. This bottle was sourced from our network of certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage conditions prior to shipment.

What documentation is available for corporate orders?

For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided. For EU pre-order SKUs, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available at an additional cost, should you require it for customs or verification purposes.

Chateau Cos D'estournel, 1990 , ↓ HKD 3091.0 France Red

Chateau Cos D'estournel, 1990

Red

750ml

Label : Good Label Level : Base Neck Capsule : Capsule : good condition

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ESTIMATED ARRIVAL HK

2026-10-22

The Netherlands

Hong Kong

WINE REGION

France Bordeaux Saint-Estephe

REVIEWS

4.594405594405594 / 5 based on 143 reviews

MERCHANT

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FEATURES

The 1990 Chateau Cos d'Estournel is a testament to a vintage marked by "climatic generosity" in Bordeaux, allowing the château to craft a wine of "extraordinary poise." This vintage is celebrated for its "exquisite harmony" of ripe fruit, refined tannins, and judicious oak maturation, making it an "indomitable spirit" with significant investment potential. The wine graciously bears its age, offering a profound journey into Bordeaux's history. The blend typically features 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, utilizing only vines over twenty years old for this flagship wine. Tasting notes describe a deep garnet core, with a broody and tight character, revealing touches of black olive, chimney soot, dusty bureau, and scorched earth. It is full-bodied with a dense, robust structure and a firm tannic frame, yet balanced with notes of blackberry and pain grille, culminating in a powerful, broad-shouldered finish. The bouquet unfurls with blackcurrant, cigar box, and truffle, while the palate offers layers of dark cherries and subtle graphite. Vinous awarded it 95 points, highlighting "gorgeous scents of clove, bay leaf, and warm gravel that are almost Pomerol-like in style." Robert Parker gave it 94 points, noting "sweet berry fruit intermixed with spice box, herbs, and spring flowers. Expansive, round, and sensual." James Suckling scored it 92 points, describing it as "refined with dark fruits with delicate spice and leather notes." 【A benchmark vintage for Cos d'Estournel, showcasing extraordinary poise and longevity】. Serving advice for this mature wine: This 1990 vintage is approaching full maturity and can be enjoyed now, with well-kept bottles potentially lasting another 15-20 years. Given its age, careful handling is paramount. Decanting for 1-2 hours can help it open up and separate any sediment, but always be mindful of older corks and capsules which can be fragile. Serve at a cellar temperature of around 16-18°C (60-64°F). 🍴 Food pairing suggestions: This mature Bordeaux pairs beautifully with classic dishes such as roasted lamb, beef Wellington, or strong, aged cheeses. Opt for preparations that complement its delicate tertiary notes without overpowering them. 🥂 Event suggestions: An exceptional choice for a significant anniversary, a milestone celebration, or a serious wine tasting among connoisseurs who appreciate the evolution of fine aged Bordeaux.

BACKGROUND

Cos d'Estournel is a vineyard and winery in the Saint-Estephe appellation of the Medoc. istorically, the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant grand vin has had a high percentage of Merlot compared with other Medoc growths, although this has lessened in recent years. The new winery, which was built in 2012, has four vats which can be lifted to allow processes to be gravity-fed. The grand vin is matured for 18 months in new oak barrels; Les Pagodes sees 12 months in new oak whilst Marbuzet rouge are matured in 50 percent new wood. Annual production of the various wines varies between 200,000 and 380,000 bottles.

wine serving

What is the recommended serving temperature and drink window for this 1990 Château Cos d'Estournel? Do I need a special opener?

This mature 1990 Château Cos d'Estournel is best served at cellar temperature, 16-18°C. It is likely in its prime or slightly past, offering complex tertiary aromas. We recommend carefully decanting for 1-2 hours to allow it to open up and separate any sediment. Given its age (over 20 years old), we highly recommend using a Durand, Ah-So, or Sovy Vintage Wine Opener to prevent cork breakage.
asian food pairing / wine style

What is the style of this wine and what Asian dishes would pair well with it?

Château Cos d'Estournel is a renowned Second Growth Bordeaux, typically a full-bodied, complex red wine predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon. The 1990 vintage would showcase mature notes of dark fruit, cedar, tobacco, leather, and earthy undertones. It pairs exquisitely with rich, savory Asian dishes such as slow-cooked beef rendang, roasted duck with five-spice, or robust Korean galbi.
how to store at home

Could you provide details on the bottle's condition (label, level, capsule) and offer advice on home storage?

This bottle is in excellent condition for its age. The label is perfect (score 10), the fill level is base neck (score 8), which is very good for a 1990 vintage, and the capsule is perfect (score 10). This suggests very good provenance. Handle with care due to its age. For home storage, keep the bottle in a cool, dark place with stable temperature (12-15°C) and humidity (60-75%), away from vibrations and direct light.
investment value / scores

What is the investment value or typical scores for this wine?

The 1990 Château Cos d'Estournel is a highly regarded vintage from a top Second Growth Bordeaux, known for its quality and aging potential. With its excellent condition, this bottle holds significant investment value and has received high scores from critics over the years, making it a desirable collector's item.
delivery windows

What is the estimated delivery window for this wine?

As this wine is shipped from Europe (NLD), the estimated delivery time is within 2 weeks to Hong Kong. For Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days for delivery after arrival in Hong Kong. All deliveries are chilled to ensure optimal wine condition.
authenticity

How can I be assured of the authenticity and provenance of this wine?

We guarantee the authenticity of all our wines. This bottle was sourced from our network of certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage conditions prior to shipment.
invoice / certificate of origin

What documentation is available for corporate orders?

For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided. For EU pre-order SKUs, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available at an additional cost, should you require it for customs or verification purposes.

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