In this episode of the Vint podcast Brady Weller and Billy Galanko connect with Dominique Arangoïts, the esteemed Winemaker/Technical Director at Château Cos d’Estournel, a prestigious Second Growth estate in the Saint-Estèphe appellation of Bordeaux. With a rigorous background in viticulture and winemaking, Dominique has brought a meticulous and innovative approach to the estate, enhancing its reputation for producing wines of exceptional quality. His commitment to sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking methods, combined with modern techniques, ensures that each vintage reflects the unique character of Cos d’Estournel and the estate's terroir.Under Dominique's leadership,  Cos has continued to produce critically acclaimed wines celebrated for their depth, balance, and aging potential. His vision and expertise have solidified the estate's position as a leading figure in Bordeaux winemaking, driving it forward while honoring its storied heritage. Arangoïts' influence is evident in every aspect of the winemaking process, ensuring that the legacy and innovative spirit of Château Cos d’Estournel are embodied in each vintage, as well as in the expanding hospitality program at the chateau. We discuss Dominique's time in Hungary, his passion for Bordeaux, innovations in the winery, and a focus on terroir and a blended style/approach to winemaking that marries old with new. Enjoy!Check out Château Cos d’Estournel wines on the Vint Marketplace, here. Chapters:00:40 Intro + Guest Highlight - Dominique Arangoits01:07 Weekend Wine Tastings06:05 Exploring Chateau Cos d'Estournel09:22 Background & Intro w/ Dominique Arangoits20:41 Exploring Chateau Promise's Historical Significance21:36 Diverse Soils and Unique Blends22:37 The Art of Winemaking at Chateau Promise26:49 Innovations in the Cellar29:24 Adapting to Climate and Vineyard Management33:21 Gravity-Fed Winemaking Process42:32 Comparing Bordeaux and Tokay Wines44:11 Welcoming Visitors48:02 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThe Vint Podcast is presented by Coravin, the world's leader in wine preservation systems. Listeners of the Vint Podcast can take 15% off their purchase on Coravin.com by using promo code VINT15 at checkout*. Members of the trade can access exclusive discounts at trade.Coravin.com.The Vint Podcast is a production of the Vint Marketplace, your source for the highest quality stock of fine wines and rare whiskies. Visit www.vintmarketplace.com. To learn more about Vint and the Vint Marketplace, visit us at https://vint.co or Vintmarketplace.com or email Brady Weller at brady@vint.co, or Billy Galanko at Billy@vintmarketplace.com.*Terms and Conditions Apply. Offer valid only on Coravin.com while supplies last. Pricing and discount are subject to change at any time. Coravin reserves the right to limit order quantities. No adjustments to prior purchases. Not valid for cash. Cheers!Past Guests Include: William Kelley, Peter Liem, Eric Asimov, Bobby Stuckey, Rajat "Raj" Parr, Erik Segelbaum, André Hueston Mack, Emily Saladino, Konstantin Baum, Landon Patterson, Heather Wibbels, Carlton "CJ" Fowler, Boris Guillome, Christopher Walkey, Danny Jassy, Kristy Wenz, Dan Petroski, Buster Scher, Andrew Nelson, Jane Anson, Tim Irwin, Matt Murphy, Allen Meadows, Altan Insights, Tim Gaiser, Vince Anter, Joel Peterson, Megan O'Connor, Adam Lapierre, Jason Haas, Ken Freeman, Lisa Perrotti-Brown,...