Domaine Ray-Jane - Bandol - Red - 2021

Wine:

Vinified with whole-cluster maceration and aged for nearly two years in oak, the 2021 Red Bandol is a beautifully balanced wine with aromas of strawberry, blackcurrant, and soft spices, enhanced by well-integrated oak that adds depth and complexity, along with subtle toasty, smoky notes. Its structure is powerful, concentrated, and finely textured, with silky yet generous tannins and a remarkable freshness that carries through to an exceptionally long finish. Enjoy it now with a daube provençale or beef Bourguignon, or let it evolve for another 2 to 3 years, with potential to age gracefully for up to a decade. Rated 93/100 by the Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, traditional vinification, 1 month maceration in whole grapes. Aged for a minimum of 22 months in French oak barrels with malolactic fermentation.

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Dark red with garnet highlights.

Nose:

A beautifully mature nose, dominated by Mourvèdre, marked by very spicy notes and carefully balanced ageing, which contributes to the wine's complexity.

Palate:

A fresh yet concentrated cuvée with fine tannins, revealing a generous, well-structured wine with excellent ageing potential.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Mediterranean cuisine based on tomato, rib of beef, rabbit stew, roast shoulder of lamb.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2034

Centenarian vines, organic farming and a deep respect for tradition — at Domaine Ray-Jane, the Constant family protects a true treasure, producing some of the most authentic Bandol wines, awarded 1 star in the prestigious French wine guide RVF.

Now led by the new generation, Julien and Vincent Constant, the estate stays true to its classic style with whole-cluster fermentations and long aging in large oak casks.