2008 Domaine De Nizas Red.
There is nothing that gets me pumped up more than finding a great wine in the ten-dollar range.To find such creatures, one needs to look no further then the Languedoc region in southern France. For years, this area was only known for cheap table reds that were not about quality. Times have changed, and now talented wine makers are taking advantage of this region to put out some quality juice at more than affordable prices. This is just one of many examples and is way deserving as my pick of the month.
2008 Domaine De Nizas Red (Languedoc, France)… $10.
Aromas of chalky cherries and a touch of currants on the nose. Loads of ripe cherries on the palate with an undertow of black currants and hits of chocolate. Interesting mineral notes show up on the mid-palate, joined by white pepper, leading into a chocolate cherry finish that lingers. This wine has good structure and balance with smooth tannins, and enough acidity to keep it lively on the palate. 60% Syrah, 35% and 5% Grenache Noir. (B+)
Cheers!
Stan The Wine Man
About Stan The Wine Man
I am a blue collar wine guy who has been in the biz for over twenty years. I work at a store in a tourist destination stop. I work hard at finding the best wine for the money. I love the challenge of learning my customer's palate so I can find the best wine for them, whether it is Petrus or white zinfandel. Cheers!
