Wine Review: 2010 Michael Gassier Costières de Nîmes Syrah
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When I first tasted this wine, there was one thing that really hit home—the wine was simple yet it really loved to flaunt its opulent side without being that annoying bragger. The 2010 Michael Gassier Costières de Nîmes Syrah really fits into Gassier’s mission which is to let the terroir speak, and to transmit a bit of place into each bottle. They believe in the “less is more” mantra, meaning that the less they intervene, the more the terroir can express itself.
The 2010 Michael Gassier Costières de Nîmes Syrah really showcases this mission. It is sweet, soft and round—feminine in style, yet it has a masculine spicy edge that will have you coming back for more. Spice, red fruits and plum are at center stage with a delicate touch of bacon on the medium-long finish. Cool and collective, this Syrah is simple, supple and sumptuous. Drink now.
Rating: Very Good (88) | $15 | 13.9% ABV
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