Château Cos d'Estournel, Ch. Cos d`Estournel 1989, magnum

88 / 100 Robert Parker
The 1989 Cos d'Estournel is very good, but uninspiring. The 1989, although good, does not live up to expectations given the terroir and the vintage. Its deep ruby color is followed by a spicy vanillin, curranty nose, medium body, excellent depth, but a monolithic personality. It possesses neither the concentration nor dimension of the exceptional 1990. The 1989 possesses some hard tannin in the finish, but it is well-integrated with the wine's ripe fruit. Look for this wine to drink well for the next 15+ years.
Wine Advocate #109 Feb 1997

93 / 100 Wine Spectator
Complex aromas of tobacco, earth and forest leaves follow through to a medium body, with fine tannins and a fruity and soft finish. Very soft and long. At its peak, but pretty and seamless.
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17.5 / 20 Jancis Robinson
Looks considerably more mature at the rim than the 1989. Lighter nose than the 1988 but with lots of rich ripeness. Big and bold and recalls the wines being made today. Lots of ripeness plus St-Estèphe character. Vibrant finish. Not that subtle but lots of impact. Very slightly tarry finish.
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