1998 Cos d'Estournel, St-Est̬phe

Mid crimson with the merest hint of development at the rim. Gravelly, light mineral nose - discreet and rather old-fashioned (in a good way) on the nose with a hint of cigar box. Very dry finish with marked acidity - very classic St-Est̬phe. Relatively light weight but nicely calmed down and well integrated. Clean and mineral on the finish. Some sweetness. Confident. Mellow. Long.