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| Other Red Wines
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| 75 | | | 90 | JaneGarvey | Atlanta | Georgia | USA | Costières de Nîmes never lets me down. Once considered part of Languedoc, it’s been enfolded into the Rhône since 2004. Exquisitely historic, Nîmes is a former Roman city called Nemausus where Roman soldiers who served for 15 years in the army were gifted parcels of land in the region, perhaps laying the foundation for its viticulture. The cháteau dates to the 17th century. Syrah leads the composition of this sturdy dry red wine (65%), with Grenache (30%) and Mourvèdre (5%) filling in the rest. Its deep ruby red color with bluish hints and meaty aromas (a sure sign of Syrah) lead to a rewarding palate experience that presents plenty of fresh black fruits--especially black currants. Syrah’s black pepper graces the finish, along with hints of brown baking spices. Round, with supple tannins and good acidity, this is a wine for many meals and occasions. Potential for cellaring a further 2-3 years. Just excellent, and a very fine value. Serve at about 65F/18F in large tulip-shaped glasses.
Suggested Food Pairings:
Coarse-textured meat terrines; roasted pink leg of lamb; South African bobotie, so probably any aromatic lamb stew or ground lamb casserole; mild curries with meat; duck rubbed with aromatic spices and a fig/balsamic glaze; smoked pork belly or other smoked meats or poultry, firm, aged cheeses.
Distributors:
Atlanta Wholesale Wine/NDC | 10/01/2012 |
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