Domaine Gassier - Costières de Nîmes Lou Coucardié rouge 2017
93-95/100
Jeb Dunnuck
90-92/100
Robert Parker
91/100
James Suckling
15,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
“The 2017 Costières de Nîmes Lou Coucardié reminds me a bit of a classic, old-school Bandol with its ripe, seductive, and incredibly full-bodied profile. Bursting with fruit and offering plenty of aromas of spiced meat, garrigue, pepper, and new saddle leather, along with full-bodied richness, soft tannins, and a long finish, this is quite a Costières de Nîmes. It can be enjoyed now, but it has enough tannins to warrant a short period of aging and should age beautifully for over a decade. [...]” (Jeb Dunnuck)
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Eye
A dark, almost black color
Nose
Powerful, with beautiful complexity; notes of dark fruit, spices, eucalyptus, and vanilla; hints of balsamic notes
Palate
Rich and velvety, it surprises with its lightness, offering an airy, long finish marked by fresh fruit and high-quality tannins
Serve
At 16-17°C
Open
2 hours beforehand in a carafe
Drink before
2024
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with marrowbone, braised bull fillet, thyme- and rosemary-flavored cabbage, game stew with mushrooms, Maroilles cheese...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 15.5/20 (Very good wine)
About the wine:
A beautiful expression of Roussanne and Grenache, a vibrant wine that blends white floral notes with mild spices.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated 90–92/100 (Excellent wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
The 2017 Costières de Nîmes Lou Coucardié is a blend of 50% Mourvèdre, 30% Grenache, and 20% Syrah, which will spend two full years in 500- and 600-liter demi-muids. Aromas of dried spices and cola accentuate the vibrant berry notes on the nose of this full-bodied yet supple wine, which becomes velvety yet remains slightly open on the long finish.
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About the estate:
With a highly pragmatic approach and sound principles, Michel Gassier restructured the vineyard and equipped himself with the means to produce fine wines, both white and red. The prestigious vintages named Joseph Torrès reach their full potential after one to three years in the bottle, while the other wines can be enjoyed in their early years.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2022 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
This powerful and rather uncompromising red wine from the south has an intense, balsamic nose with hints of leather and ash, and plenty of character. It features a very solid tannic structure and a full-bodied finish. A Mourvèdre-based blend. Made from organically grown grapes. Ready to drink now or for aging.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated 93–95/100
Rated "Recommended"
About the wine:
The 2017 Costières de Nîmes Lou Coucardié reminds me a bit of a classic, old-school Bandol with its ripe, seductive, and incredibly full-bodied profile. Bursting with fruit and offering abundant aromas of spiced meat, garrigue, pepper, and new saddle leather, along with full-bodied richness, soft tannins, and a long finish, this is a remarkable Costières de Nîmes. It can be enjoyed now, but it has enough tannins to warrant a short period of aging and should age beautifully for over a decade. The blend consists of 50% Mourvèdre, 30% Grenache, and the remainder Syrah, all aged in a mix of large French oak barrels.
Customer Rating
3.3/5
based on 3 reviews
Review and comment by Mr. GILLES D. Published on August 16, 2022
Toro La Brava or a 4x4 Dodge RAM 5.7? One thing is certain: the moment you start the engine, the wine takes off with a powerful burst of acceleration that propels the sleek and refined palate— without being heavy or harsh— into a complex whirlwind of infused black and red fruits, blended with spices and sprinkled with succulent notes of garrigue, bourbon vanilla, and leather that attest to meticulous aging. It then purrs along in a rich and luscious mid-palate thanks to a full, deep body, supported by a fleshy texture and refined tannins. The power continues into a beautiful, savory, and sap-like finish, softened by a touch of freshness. An exceptional Costières that will continue to improve, as it has plenty of potential. To celebrate Saint Mary’s Day with the family, pair it with slow-roasted marinated kid on a spit, allowing you to appreciate the meat’s delicate melt-in-your-mouth texture and deliciously smoky flavor on the palate. Rating: 4.5.
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Review by Mr. JACQUES R. Published on July 27, 2022
A wonderful example of the quality of Costières de Nîmes
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Review by Mr. PIERRE-THOMAS G. Published on January 19, 2024
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