
87POINTS
15¾/20







Chateau de Valcombe Costières de Nimes 2002
Costières de Nîmes, Languedoc, Sud de France, FranceRoasted, smoky, peppery nose with gamey, cardamom black cherry notes. Hot, round and dry on entry with a supple mid-palate and a bit of acidity showing. The flavours are licorice, black cherry, smoky vanilla and peppery tobacco flavours. Ripe tannins on the rustic warm finish. Needs a year or two or serve now with slow roasted lamb.Tasted: 28 April 2005Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $21.99 | 750ml | Specialty |
Blend: Syrah - GrenacheCSPC: 640037UPC: 3760042790105