Tempier, Bandol Cuvee Classique other_regions_italy licorice and wild sage

licorice and wild sage

the 2019 Blanc was harvested from the 30th of August to the 13th of September

direct and vibrant finish of admirable length

Very good – excellent clarity

This is unusually powerful compared to what is typical for Echézeaux though it is not particularly complex but the underlying material is here such that it is reasonable that more will develop and my rating assumes that it will

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