Château de Nages 2011 Vieilles Vignes Red (Costières de Nîmes)

Country: France / Vieilles Vignes
Variety: Rhône-style Red Blend Rhône Valley
Winery: Château de Nages / Costières de Nîmes

Proprietor Michel Gassier is turning out excellent values at all levels. This supple red blends 72% Grenache with 24% Syrah and 4% Mourvèdre. Raspberry and rhubarb notes on the nose give way to flavors of ripe cherries, baking spices and dried herbs. The finish is long and velvety. Drink now–2020.