COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cinsault, Carignan, Syrah
PRODUCER
Domaine de la Bastide Blanche
REGION
Provence
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Domaine de la Bastide Blanche was established in 1972 by Michel and Louis Bronzo, with the goal of producing wines of appellation-level excellence in Bandol. Located in Sainte-Anne-de-Castellet, the estate benefits from a unique microclimate where the Mediterranean breeze cools the sun-drenched clay-limestone soils. Under organic cultivation, the estate focuses heavily on Mourvèdre, the king grape of Bandol, which thrives in these stony, terraced vineyards. The 2020 vintage represents a classic expression of this rugged terroir, showcasing the power, structure, and aging potential that has made the estate a benchmark for southern French reds.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The estate's vineyards are planted on steep, hand-built stone terraces called 'restanques' to prevent soil erosion.
Fact 02
Domaine de la Bastide Blanche has been certified organic (Ecocert) since 2012, emphasizing biodiversity.
Fact 03
Bandol AOC regulations require a minimum of 18 months of wood aging for red wines, which this estate proudly exceeds.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are harvested entirely by hand and undergo strict sorting. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks using native yeasts to preserve the purity of the fruit and terroir expression. Maceration is long, lasting up to several weeks to extract the deep color and robust tannins characteristic of Mourvèdre. The wine is then aged for a minimum of 18 to 20 months in large oak foudres (casks) rather than small barriques, allowing for gentle micro-oxygenation without imparting overpowering oak flavors, before being bottled unfined and unfiltered.
