Bandol AOC (France)
Bandol AOC is a wine region in Provence in Southern France.
The major grape varietal is Mourvèdre blended with Grenache and Cinsault.
Bandol Flavors
 Blueberry |
 Cherry |
 Currant |
 Blackberry |
 Plum |
 Eucalyptus |
 Violets |
 Undergrowth |
Tertiary Flavors from Aging:
 Spices |
 Leather |
 Licorice |
 Meat |
Dark berry flavors are typical for Bandol, with hints of Violets and Licorice.
Bandol Profile
Bandol tends to be full bodied with medium-high tannins:
| BODY: | Medium - Full | ||
| TANNINS: | Medium - High | ||
| FRUIT: | Medium | ||
| ACIDITY: | Medium | ||
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Bandol Food Pairing
Bandol needs rich food to absorbe the rich tannins.
 Sausages |
 Salami |
 Ham |
 Rich Pizza |
 Chicken |
 Goose |
 Lamb |
 Pork |
 Wild Boar |
 Deer |
 Meat |
 Hamburger |
Excellent Pairing:
Mediterranenan. Indian.
Beef. Barbeque. Roasts.
Lamb. Pork. Veal. Ribs.
Hearty Stews. Duck. Smoked Meat.
Mediterranenan. Indian.
Beef. Barbeque. Roasts.
Lamb. Pork. Veal. Ribs.
Hearty Stews. Duck. Smoked Meat.
Cheeses
Aged and Fat Cheese. Washed-Rind Cheese.
French Spesialities
Cassoulet. Pea Soup. Ratatouille.
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