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Also outstanding, the more evolved 2008 La Bolida offers up aromas of damp earth, truffles, fresh mushrooms, blue and black fruits and a meaty character. Complex aromatically, with full-bodied power as well as good structure and intensity, it should drink nicely for 7-8 years. Proprietor Diane de Puymorin turns out these distinctive wines from Costieres de Nimes, which are all different blends that carry Provencal names nearly impossible for Americans to pronounce. But don’t let that stop you from trying these wines, as they all have loads of character. This is a relatively large estate of nearly 200 acres in the Costieres de Nimes. Importer: Robert Kacher Selections, Washington, DC; tel. (202) 832-9083
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A fantastic wine that’s mostly Mourvèdre, from miniscule yields, the 2008 Château d'Or et de Gueules Costières-de-Nîmes La Bolida displays a fantastically rich array of chocolate laced dark fruits, charred meat, loamy earth, and spice on the nose. While seriously fruited, this shows brilliant clarity and freshness. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, with a rich, full texture, excellent balance, and a focused, very long finish, this is approachable now, but should continue to shine for up to a decade. Impressive stuff.