Domaine Tempier, Bandol Rouge, La Tourtine, Provence, France 2020 skincontact very long and smoky

very long and smoky

For over three generations

And the way we see it

This is a polished and exquisitely crafted celebration of Lagavulin

galangal and cinnamon are the most pronounced

Domaine Tempier, Bandol Rouge, La Tourtine, Provence, France 2020 skincontact very long and smoky80% Mourvdre, 10% Grenache, 10% Cinsault Vines are 40+ years in clay and limestone soil. The three single vineyards of Domaine Tempier are: La Migoua, La Tourtine, and Cabassaou. All are made up of clay and limestone, but there are variations in each. La Tourtine sits just above Cabassaou. The soil here is more homogeneous, with rich clay. La Tourtine produces powerful, tannic wines with gorgeous fruit character. All grapes are harvested by hand.