Bandol Rouge, Domaine La Begude
Description
Intense aromas of blackcurrant and violet characterise the nose with hints of eucalyptus and dried thyme. The palate is textural and well supported by finely structured tannins, the core is brimming of fruit and spices which linger on the long finish.
Certified organic since 2006, the vineyards are located at 400m altitude above sea level at the highest point in the Bandol. Split into eighty different parcels, the diverse clay and limestone soils provide good water retention and ideal conditions for the Mourvedre grape to flourish. Guillaume employs manual grafting to improve the vines' drought resistance as well as the use of cover crops, shallow tillage and biodynamic treatments to maintain a healthy soil environment.
£48.95
Quantity Available: 6
Product Code: S15874
Country
France
Region
Provence
Sub-Region
Bandol
Vintage
2021
Bottle Size
75cl
Closure
natural cork
Grape Varieties
Mourvèdre, Grenache
Producer Details
Domaine de la Bégude is one of Bandol’s oldest and most emblematic domaines. Originally a medieval stopover for pilgrims (‘beguda’ meaning ‘place to drink’ in Provençal), it was abandoned until Guillaume Tari of Château Giscours purchased and restored it in 1996. Guillaume replanted 45 hectares of steep terraced vineyard predominantly with Mourvèdre, creating the world’s largest clonal collection of this variety that forms the backbone of all Bandol, now totalling over 150 clones. He also oversaw the conversion to sustainable viticulture, with Domaine de la Bégude becoming organic certified in 2008 and biodynamic certified from 2023. The domaine was recently sold to the Roulleau family, owners of Château Dauzac in Margaux, who share Guillaume’s vision for its future.
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