A 750 ml bottle of Château Cos d'Estournel from the St. Estèphe region of France. 67 Wine & Spirits in New York offers it at $450.

Across the street from Medoc giant Lafite-Rothschild, Château Cos d'Estournel stands up well to its famous neighbor. The winery dates back to 1810, when Louis Gaspard d'Estournel christened the site and began producing wine. Château Cos d'Estournel produces wines that contain an unusually high percentage of Merlot (40%) when compared to other wines from St. Estephe. Consequently, Cos d'Estournel wines show an enjoyable fleshy, chewy texture.

95 points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate               

"This 1982 is still displaying a beautiful deep ruby/purple hue as well as a stunning set of aromatics consisting of blue and black fruits, loamy earth, flowers, licorice and spice box. The wine is medium to full-bodied with sweet tannins, a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel and a silky finish. It appears to have hit full maturity, but it can easily be held in a cold cellar for another 10+ years." (June, 2009)

95 points, Wine Spectator               

"Built for aging. Very dark ruby in color, with a garnet rim. Dried flower and berry aromas. Full-bodied and very solid, with masses of fruit and tannins. Still has plenty of time to go." (November, 1998)