Cos d'Estournel other_regions Taylor's was and is always

Taylor's was and is always one of my benchmarks for what a Port should taste and smell like

There is a more evident minerality to the big-bodied

all wrapped in a firm

Vigorous and powerful

full and sweet flavors that offer a bit more phenolic ripeness and concentration as well as better finishing intensity

Cos d'Estournel other_regions Taylor's was and is alwaysThe 1986 Cos dEstournel replicates the performance from my 30 year on tasting that I conducted a few months back. The bouquet is attractive with mint and juniper berries that grab the attention of the olfactory senses, later accompanied by liquorice and graphite. The palate is understated on the entry but then builds in the mouth with wonderful spice and black pepper infused black fruit that form the foundation of this Cos dEstournel. Sure, it feels