Another few years in bottle will help soften some of the edges

On this night

(91-93)/2026+

This is a dazzling showing from Castell-in Villa

Tempier, Bandol Cuvee Classique Size:12x750ml Another few years in bottleAt 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