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Domaine les Luquettes Bandol Rouge 2021
Primary flavours
Dark Berries
Macerated Red Fruit
Roasted Plum
Black Pepper
Charcoal
Cherry Blossom
Cola
Dried Leaves
General Wood
Leather
Details
This is a gorgeous blend of Mourvèdre with a touch of Grenache. Notes of Cola bottle and red cherry spice dominate. This is showing oak, but makes no apology for it, it works effortlessly with the wine.
Perched in the idyllic hills of Bandol, Domaine les Luquettes embodies the rugged charm of Provence with a touch of elegance. Here, the sunshine-soaked terraces are dedicated to Mourvèdre, the king of Bandol’s reds, along with a touch of Grenache and Cinsault, creating wines that seem to capture the very essence of the Mediterranean. The reds are bold yet nuanced, brimming with rich black fruit, aromatic herbs, and a hint of wild spice that lingers like a warm Provençal breeze. Meanwhile, Domaine les Luquettes’ rosé is an absolute delight — pale, dry, and loaded with notes of fresh peach and subtle sea-salt minerality. Their secret? A mix of traditional practices and careful organic farming, allows the vines to speak for themselves while respecting the land they grow on. The result? Wines with real personality, from the crispness of the rosé to the deep, earthy complexity of their reds. Domaine les Luquettes is a true Bandol classic, balancing tradition with a vibrant energy, making each sip a pleasure.
Perched in the idyllic hills of Bandol, Domaine les Luquettes embodies the rugged charm of Provence with a touch of elegance. Here, the sunshine-soaked terraces are dedicated to Mourvèdre, the king of Bandol’s reds, along with a touch of Grenache and Cinsault, creating wines that seem to capture the very essence of the Mediterranean. The reds are bold yet nuanced, brimming with rich black fruit, aromatic herbs, and a hint of wild spice that lingers like a warm Provençal breeze. Meanwhile, Domaine les Luquettes’ rosé is an absolute delight — pale, dry, and loaded with notes of fresh peach and subtle sea-salt minerality. Their secret? A mix of traditional practices and careful organic farming, allows the vines to speak for themselves while respecting the land they grow on. The result? Wines with real personality, from the crispness of the rosé to the deep, earthy complexity of their reds. Domaine les Luquettes is a true Bandol classic, balancing tradition with a vibrant energy, making each sip a pleasure.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, very fruity, medium tannins, medium alcohol and lots of oak.
Specs
Region
Bandol
country
France
Grape type
Mourvèdre
Wine Maker
Domaine les Luquettes
Alcohol
13.5%
Vintage
2021
Cellar period
3-5 years
Closure
Cork (Natural)
Production method
Wild Yeast
Temperature
Room Temperature 15°C-18°C
Pairing guide
Ooh, Mourvèdre never fails to excite our palates, and this beauty from Domaine les Luquettes really shows off what this grape varietal can do in the hands of a master winemaker. When pairing with Mourvèdre, you’ve really got to think big - big meaty flavours, lots of smoke and char, and lots of dry rubs, spices, and deep, inky sauces. It’s a fantastic barbecue wine, it’s beautiful with ribs, and works perfectly with game meats. It loves being matched with bold stews of beans, meat, and smoked paprika, and you’ll get great results with smoky eggplant, strong cheeses, and ratatouille. C’est magnifique!
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Food
Lots of Herbs
Grilled Meat
Rustic French Cuisine
Tastes
Rich
Earthy
Moods
Contemplative
Relaxed
Seasons
Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Bandol, France
Imagine yourself in the beautiful Provence region of southern France, surrounded by picturesque hills and the sparkling Mediterranean Sea. Now, add in some of the most delicious and full-bodied red wines you've ever tasted. That's the Bandol wine region in a nutshell! This small but mighty wine region is known for its star grape, Mourvèdre, which creates wines that are dark, rich, and packed with bold fruit flavours. The terroir, including clay and limestone soils, along with the Mediterranean climate, gives these wines a unique and irresistible taste. Bandol wines are known for aging gracefully and can be cellared for several years. So, what are you waiting for? Book your trip to Bandol and taste the magic of Provence!
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