2022 Domaine Tempier Bandol "Cabassaou", Provence, France

ABOUT THIS WINE
Sourced from the estate's revered “La Cabassaou” parcel, this wine is made primarily from old-vine Mourvèdre, with small amounts of Grenache and Cinsault enhancing its complexity. Located on a steep, terraced slope, La Cabassaou’s vineyard site captures intense sunlight and benefits from cooling mistral winds, resulting in a wine of both power and elegance. The 2022 vintage reflects Tempier’s traditional winemaking approach, with fermentation in concrete vats and extended aging in large oak foudres, highlighting the wine’s dark fruit profile and structure.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Domaine Tempier has been a standard-bearer for Bandol wines since the mid-20th century. Under the leadership of the Peyraud family, the estate has championed organic viticulture and has become synonymous with the Mourvèdre grape, which thrives in the unique terroir of Provence. Their single-vineyard cuvées, including La Cabassaou, showcase the nuanced qualities of Bandol’s terroir, with each wine expressing a distinct personality. Revered for their aging potential, Tempier’s wines remain among the most sought-after in the region, offering a true sense of place and heritage.