{"title":"Michel Gassier","description":"“The terroir’s influence is far deeper, more complex, and more interesting than that of the winemaker. The terroir must be nurtured and respected so that it can fully develop. Only at the very end, during the blending of the wines, is the winemaker’s creativity required.” Michel Gassier","products":[{"product_id":"gassier-cotes-du-rhone","title":"Gassier Côtes du Rhône","description":"\u003cp\u003eA southern French red wine with substance: dark fruity, spicy and velvety on the palate — the ideal companion for rustic autumn cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMichel Gassier\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivates his vineyards around Nîmes in the western Rhône Delta. The region combines a Mediterranean climate with clay-limestone soils—a combination that produces red wines with natural ripeness and structure. Gassier stands for meticulous, artisanal winemaking in one of the most dynamic parts of the southern Rhône.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e A deep, dark red in the glass. The nose opens with blackberry and black cherry, along with nuances of dark chocolate and tobacco. On the palate, the wine is full and velvety; the fruit carries it through the finish, which takes on a subtle peppery-spicy note from the Syrah component. The barrel aging gives the wine a smooth texture without masking the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDishes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leg of lamb with rosemary, grilled entrecôte, ratatouille or mature Manchego cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–18 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrinking window:\u003c\/strong\u003e now until 2027\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Michel Gassier","offers":[{"title":"2021","offer_id":52694884811088,"sku":"V02565","price":10.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2024","offer_id":52985318474064,"sku":"V02565-2024","price":10.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2022","offer_id":53093120115024,"sku":"V02565-2022","price":10.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_gassier_c_c_btes_du_rh_c_bne.webp?v=1771237839"},{"product_id":"gassier-embruns-de-viognier","title":"Gassier Embruns de Viognier","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Viognier from Costières de Nîmes in southern France, which shows the variety at its best: aromatically present, but not heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Michel Gassier manages his Château Mourgues du Grès vineyard biodynamically – the soils around Nîmes, a mix of siliceous and limestone, give the wines a mineral tension that ensures freshness and contour in rich varieties such as Viognier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, the Embruns opens with aromas of apricot, white peach, and a hint of mandarin. A slightly salty, mineral note adds lightness to the full body. The acidity is lively enough to prevent the wine from feeling heavy despite its typical varietal richness. The finish remains fruit-forward and lingers longer than one would expect at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eServing suggestion:\u003c\/b\u003e Serve well chilled at 10–12 °C. Pairs well with chicken with Provençal herbs, fried prawns with garlic butter, or a creamy goat cheese. Also a good choice as an aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michel Gassier","offers":[{"title":"2023","offer_id":52694891790672,"sku":"V02571","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"2024","offer_id":52852649951568,"sku":"V02571-2024","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/gassier-embruns-de-viognier-2x.webp?v=1783527468"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.vinoscout.de\/en\/collections\/michel-gassier.oembed","provider":"Vinoscout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}