Bandol Domaine de l'Olivette 2006

Bandol AOC

Black fruitFood-friendly wineWine for cellaring

14.5%

1.5L

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Quantity: 1 magnumObservation: 1 Marginally marked labelLevel: 1 Low neckOrigin: private individualRecoverable VAT: noRegion: ProvenceAppellation: Bandol

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Bandol Domaine de l'Olivette 2006

The wine

The Bandol appellation (an AOC since 1941) covers 1500 hectares, entirely south-facing between Marseille and Toulon. Spread over eight communes surrounding Bandol, the vineyards form an amphitheatre oriented towards the sea. Erosion has obliged winegrowers to build terraces in some areas, known as "restanques". Rich in silica from the disintegration of the parent rock, calcareous sandstone or sandy marl, the soil is suited to the production of fine, structured wines. This very sunny terroir benefits from an excellent microclimate: the summer heat is tempered by the proximity of the Mediterranean on the one side and the amphitheatre of wooded hillsides provide protection from the cold north wind on the other. Bandol's red wines are made mainly from Mourvèdre, the appellation's star variety. The basis of all blends (in proportions varying from 50 to 95%) it is combined with Grenache and Cinsault, the first bringing generosity, the other finesse. Aged in barrels for a minimum period of 18 months, the Mourvèdre's tannic character reveals a generous, complex, elegant structure. An excellent wine for cellaring, it can also be enjoyed young for its power and generosity: this is the paradox of red Bandol.

Detailed characteristics

Quantity:: 1 magnum
Level:: 1 Low neck
Observation:: 1 Marginally marked label
Origin:: private individual
Type of cellar:: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT:: no
Wooden case:: no
Local excise duty seal:: yes
Alcohol percentage:: 14.5 %
Region:: Provence
Appellation:: Bandol
Vintage:: 2006
Colour:: red
Service temperature:: 16°
Intensity:: full-bodied
Leading aroma:: black fruit
Tasting occasion:: food-friendly wine
Grape variety:: Cinsault, Grenache, Mourvèdre

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