2012 Bandol Tourtine
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85% Mourvèdre, 10% Grenache, 5% Cinsault. Mid crimson with a hint of brick at the rim. So different from the 2014 classic blend, much more scented, still plenty of spice but much more red-fruited and smells as if there were some whole bunch. Then that chewy savoury richness is back on the palate, super-smooth but thickly textured. Very dark-fruited on the finish but also beautifully fresh. (JH)
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Jeb Dunnuck
Jancis Robinson MW
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My favorite of the 2012s was the 2012 Bandol La Tourtine, which has the most depth, concentration and structure of all of the wines. Dark fruits, plums, crushed rock and hints of violets all emerge from this full-bodied, gorgeously layered and concentrated 2012; it has ripe, sweet tannin, a big mid-palate, and the class and balance to keep for 15-20 years.
Very aromatic and fine and perfumed. Real essence of liquorice, line and luscious. Tannins fading nicely. Really succulent. (JR)
My favorite of the 2012s was the 2012 Bandol La Tourtine, which has the most depth, concentration and structure of all of the wines. Dark fruits, plums, crushed rock and hints of violets all emerge from this full-bodied, gorgeously layered and concentrated 2012; it has ripe, sweet tannin, a big mid-palate, and the class and balance to keep for 15-20 years. Jun 2016, www.robertparker.com
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Cinsault, Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro, Grenache/ Garnacha
Red
Dry