Tempier, Bandol Cuvee Classique other_regions_australia I have to say there

I have to say there is something about the wines of the 1980s and mid-1990s that goes straight to the heart

it strides confidently out of the glass with a profound nose of blackberry pie

this turns more silky with air

There’s a sense of autumnal fullness here

The youthfully reticent nose hints at flinty red cherry

Tempier, Bandol Cuvee Classique other_regions_australia I have to say thereAt 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