L’Irréductible 2020 du Domaine de La Bégude
Bandol rose wine AOC
Magnum (150 cl)

68,00

Here is a true rosé with a real identity and faithful to the tradition of great Bandols! Both singular and emblematic of the estate’s style, this top-of-the-range cuvée has been designed to defy time. A confidential cuvée to discover Mourvèdre in a different way.
Thanks to L’Irréductible, you lose all your reference points, even those of colour, and you no longer know whether you are drinking a rosé from the Mediterranean coast, a salty white or a light, subtle red. Surprising in its complexity, structure and salinity, this unique rosé was born on harsh red soils, exposed to the fierce winds.

Tasting notes

A raspberry colour appearance with hints of violet, its typical nose of ripe Mourvèdre combines the scents of small red fruits with spicy notes of pepper and garrigue. The smooth palate is reminiscent of raspberry, blackberry and crushed strawberry, with hints of spice and fresh hazelnut. Very structured on the palate, with beautiful racy tannins. Its long, fleshy, slightly iodized finish is fresh. With ageing, L’Irréductible develops tertiary, saffron and truffle aromas. A rosé with an exceptional ageing potential (10-15 years).

 

Description

Origin : AOC Bandol
Blend : Mourvèdre 95%, Grenache 5%
Soil: Ferruginous sandstone on limestone cement
Culture: Certified organic by the Ecocert label since 2006 (+ NOP equivalence
Yield: 20l/ha
Harvest: Manual in small crates with double sorting, harvested once the phenolic maturity is fully achieved
Vinification: Skin maceration for a few hours, slow pressing of the berries at low pressure followed by an alcoholic fermentation with the grape’s natural yeasts
Aging: On fine lees in stainless steel tanks, with steady stirrings
Aging potential: 10 to 15 years

Vinous: 94/100
WineEnthusiast: 93/100
Terre de Vins: 18/20
Figaro: 96/100

Additional information

Weight 2,8 kg