COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Mourvèdre
PRODUCER
Earl Bronzo
REGION
Provence
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Bastide Blanche Bandol Rouge is a red wine from the Bandol AOC in Provence, France, produced by Earl Bronzo. The estate was founded in 1972 by Louis and Michel Bronzo with the goal of producing high-quality Bandol wines. The region of Bandol is known for its suitability for the Mourvèdre grape, which is the primary varietal in this wine. The vineyards are characterized by terraced slopes on arid soils composed of pebbles, gravel, and clay-limestone. The 2021 vintage conditions are considered favorable for the region's wines. The Bronzo family is committed to sustainable viticulture and organic practices.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
17-19°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are over 40 years old.
Fact 02
Certified organic and biodynamic farming.
Fact 03
Low yields of only 29 hl/ha.
Fact 04
Aged for nearly two years in French oak.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for La Bastide Blanche Bandol Rouge emphasizes natural methods and the expression of terroir. Indigenous yeasts are used for fermentation, which lasts for about three weeks with manual cap punching. Malolactic fermentation is also performed. The wine then undergoes aging for one year and ten months in French oak barrels. Vineyard management follows certified organic and biodynamic principles, including adherence to a lunar calendar. Grapes are hand-harvested with careful selection.
