Domaine Tempier 2020 Bandol Cabassaou 750ml

“95% Mourvèdre, 4% Syrah and 1% Cinsault from 50 year old vines.  Deep garnet in colour with bright red reflections.  A power, rich nose that exudes a very strong character of black fruit, pepper, violets, leather and black olives.  A forceful presence in the mouth with lots of depth and concentration but surprisingly fine tannins.  The aromatic intensity is matched on the palate with exuberant black fruits and a spicy, floral finish.  This young wine has amazing aging potential.”

- Jon Ellison, Marquis Wine Cellars (In my books this is a 96 pointer)

From a tiny parcel (1.5 hectares) of old-vine Mourvèdre (92-94%), with the balance a mix of Cinsault and Syrah, the medium to full-bodied 2020 Bandol Rouge Cuvee Cabassaou is impressively rich, concentrated and velvety. Marked by scents of tree bark, truffles and red raspberries, it's a wonderfully complex and balanced effort that should age comfortably for at least two decades.

Score: 95-97 points -- Joe Czerwinski, The Wine Advocate, 2023