Tempier, Bandol Cuvee Classique other_regions_italy licorice and wild sage

licorice and wild sage

yellow-fleshed fruits (peaches

This is a conservative Brane-Cantenac that refuses to go the extra inch

direct and vibrant finish of admirable length

all wrapped in a classy and very pure finish of exceptional length

Tempier, Bandol Cuvee Classique other_regions_italy licorice and wild sageAt 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