Domaine de Terrebrune - Bandol - Red - 2021

Wine:

Made predominantly from Mourvèdre (85%), the 2021 red Bandol channels all the power of Terrebrune’s limestone soils. Concentrated and ripe, it’s driven by vibrant aromas of graphite, liquorice, and wildflowers, with refined hints of bay leaf and wild blackberry on the nose. Effortlessly elegant, it combines density and juiciness with finesse, supported by beautifully judged ageing that adds subtle spice to the oak influence. The tannins are already remarkably smooth, giving the wine a velvety texture and immediate appeal. This is a sophisticated, irresistibly charming expression of Bandol, with the depth to evolve gracefully over the next decade and beyond. A short decant will enhance the pleasure, gently polishing the tannins and opening up its full aromatic range. Awarded 96/100 by the French wine guide RVF.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, macerated for 2 to 3 weeks with daily pumping over, aged for 18 months in oak tuns in an underground cellar.

Certified organic wine.

Color:

Intense, brilliant red.

Nose:

A concentrated, ripe nose marked by graphite flavours mixed with notes of laurel and wild blackberries.

Palate:

A cuvée with a dense, vibrant profile and excellent craftsmanship, supported by fine tannins and meticulous aging. This wine is velvety, refined, and irresistibly seductive.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Enjoy with meat or game.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2034 and beyond for enthusiasts

With three stars in the prestigious French wine guide the RVF, Domaine de Terrebrune has long stood apart for its delicacy and unique style. In Bandol, where vines cling to seaside terraces, mourvèdre reigns supreme, giving the purest expression of these limestone and clay soils.

Organic farming, hand harvesting, aging in large oak casks, meticulous care at every stage: this estate has earned its place as one of the great names of Provence. Vintage after vintage, it delivers wines of honesty and charm that delight even the most demanding wine lovers.