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2005 Domaine Tempier Bandol Cabassaou

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January 28, 2024 - $110

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RATINGS

93Wine Spectator

Powerful and elegant, with a meaty aroma leading to concentrated red berry, plum and violet flavors. Very creamy, with medium-grained tannins and a long, spicy finish that features plenty of mocha.

92The Wine Advocate

The palate is full-bodied, very intense and with good concentration. Harmonious, smooth in texture with a plump finish of blackberry, cranberry and leather. Good length.

REGION

France, Provence, Bandol

Provence is the region on the Mediterranean coast of southeastern France known for sun-drenched Lavender fields and an easy-going, gracious attitude toward life. Until the last few decades it was also known for producing large quantities of unremarkable rosé, often sold in bulk. Today its most famous wines are still rosés, but their quality has improved dramatically. Notable red wines are also being made in Provence, particularly in Bandol, a tiny appellation east of Marseille. The largest appellation is Côtes de Provence. Other appellations include Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, Côtes du Luberon, Cassis, Bellet, Palette and Les Baux de Provence. Red and white wines are made throughout the region, despite the attention paid to rosé. Red wine grapes grown in Provence are Carignan, Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah and some Cabernet Sauvignon. White wine grapes are Clairette, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Bourboulenc and Ugni Blanc.

TYPE

Red Wine, Mourvèdre, AOC (AC)

Fans of Cabernet Sauvignon appreciate Mourvèdre. It’s a full-bodied Spanish native. It is grown prominently in Bandol, France, Paso Robles, CA and many other regions. It is often blended with Grenache and Syrah and can be used to make rosé and port-style wines.