Domaine Tempier 2018/2019 Bandol Classique 750ml

Marked by scents of clove, allspice, cola and plum, the medium to full-bodied 2019 Bandol Cuvee Classique is concentrated, dense and creamy in texture, with an appealing suppleness that would make it almost drinkable already—except for the drying, dusty finish. Give it a few more years before broaching a bottle.

Score: 92+ points -- Joe Czerwinski, The Wine Advocate, 2023

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Domaine Tempier was already in existence during the reign of Louis XV (1715-1774) and since that time it has continued to grow and evolve under the guidance of the Tempier and Peyraud families. Today it consists of 38 hectares spread over several vineyard parcels, all of which are located in the heart of Bandol. In 2000 François and Jean-Marie Peyraud ceded control of day to day operations of the estate to Daniel Ravier, a young agricultural engineer from Savoie. Since taking over, Daniel has upheld the estates philosophy by continuing to champion wines based on Mourvèdre and by promoting one of the unique features of the estate. Namely, its ability to produce single vineyard wines that showcase the individual terroirs of Bandol. All the vineyards are carefully maintained without chemical fertilizers or herbicides and recent investments has allowed for the renovation of the cellar, the replacement of barrels and the installation of a new vinification system. These changes have permitted Daniel to improve the quality of the wines while ensuring that the estate's legacy of producing powerful, full bodied wines that are capable of ageing for many years continues uninterrupted.