Tempier, Bandol Cuvee Classique other_regions_australia it strides confidently out of

it strides confidently out of the glass with a profound nose of blackberry pie

(90-93)/2022+

black and blue fruit

I have to say there is something about the wines of the 1980s and mid-1990s that goes straight to the heart

they produce a white Chateauneuf du Pape and a number of smoking Cotes du Rones

Tempier, Bandol Cuvee Classique other_regions_australia it strides confidently out ofAt nearly eight years' old, this is just entering its drinking window. It remains fresh and youthful with deep, unyielding colour and a nose redolent of Provencal herbs and garrigue. It's elegantly fruited with ample damson, cherry and bramble, and there are also mid palate notes of tar, thyme, bay leaf and black olive. The tannins are sleek, ripe and well ordered, beautifully buttressed by refreshing acidity. The ensemble is very complete, rich and