Tempier, Bandol Tourtine other_regions_italy this is first rate for

this is first rate for its level

the middle weight and tautly muscular flavors exhibit a distinctly different texture while delivering the same excellent depth and persistence on the youthfully austere and equally structured finale

stone and citrus aromas that give way to refined but muscular flavors that ooze a fine minerality on the impressively persistent finish

Here the soil speaks quite clearly

There is excellent intensity to the muscular and palate staining larger-bodied flavors that culminate in a bone-dry

Tempier, Bandol Tourtine other_regions_italy this is first rate forRipe, rich and brooding, with a meaty aroma and deep powerful flavors of Christmas pudding, plum compote and mocha. Features a sinewy midpalate, showing saline notes on the savory finish. Best from 2014 through 2022. KM