“On the nose, the fruit is abundant and lustrous, yet it is not without the acidity typical of Bandol and hints of leather. A magnificent, undulating power, with the fruit filling every space without a trace of sweetness. Cedar dust, cut cigars, blackberries, and a wild mix of dried Mediterranean herbs carry through to a long, muscular finish, rooted in licorice. It’s impressive now, but I’d set it aside for several years or more. ” (Jancis Robinson 2022) - • Delivery in a wooden case is available for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and selected shipping method)
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Eye
Deep color
Nose
Spicy, with notes of garrigue and black pepper, developing into leather, menthol, and blond tobacco, with hints of wild plum
Palate
Well-structured, with fine tannins and a long, mineral finish
Serve
Decant at 18°C
Drink before
2033+
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with grilled meats (Provençal-style lamb, beef) or in sauces (stew, Bégude-style stew), truffle-based dishes...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2025 guide) 96/100
Rated estate (2022 guide): 4 stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the wine:
La Brûlade 2019, a vintage of intense peaks and extremes, is a magnificent Bandol.
About the estate:
The terroir consists of marl and clay soils resting on a limestone base. Guillaume Tari and his wife manage this historic estate with passion and dedication. By preserving nature as much as possible, they produce wines that reflect their philosophy: “Quality is the sum of details, each of which demands precision.” Since the king of grape varieties, Mourvèdre, has the gift of expressing not only the character of its terroir but also that of its winemaker, the wines display a distinctly Bordeaux-style character—sophisticated and well-raised—without ever betraying this splendid and untamed terroir, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2023 guide) 91/100 (Excellent wine)
About the wine:
Produced from tiny yields of just over 20 hectoliters per hectare, the 2019 Bandol la Brulade is composed almost entirely of Mourvèdre (with about 5% Grenache) and aged in a mix of demi-muids and large casks. If there is one criticism, it is that the fruit is so ripe and the oak so pronounced that the wine lacks a touch of idiosyncratic character. What it offers is a smooth, supple, medium-bodied wine, with pure black cherries and berries framed by oak notes and soft, ripe tannins on the lingering finish.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2025 guide) 91/100
Rated estate (2023 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
The 2019 Brûlade is more harmonious, despite a finish that remains austere.
About the estate:
Guillaume and Soledad Tari, from Bordeaux, run this 500-hectare estate, at the heart of which lie 20 hectares of organically farmed vineyards. One of the estate’s key features is its high-altitude location. At 410 meters, La Bégude enjoys a climate very different from that near the coast. With significant temperature variations between day and night, and a windy environment, the Mourvèdre grapes ripen slowly but surely. And on this “stony” terroir, the Grenache takes on a character rarely found in Bandol. With powerful aromas of black fruit and black olives, the reds (50% of the volume) always offer a warm character, pushing the limits of ripeness! The rosé is always remarkable for its unique vinosity. The 2019 red is admirably concentrated with a refined fruit expression. Let’s hope the coming vintages follow this trend!
Wine Enthusiast
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2022 guide) 17,5/20
About the wine:
On the nose, the fruit is abundant and lustrous, yet it retains Bandol’s characteristic acidity and leathery notes. A magnificent, undulating power, with the fruit filling every space without a hint of sweetness. Cedar dust, cut cigars, blackberries, and a wild blend of dried Mediterranean herbs linger into a long, muscular finish, rooted in licorice. It is impressive today, but I would set it aside for several years or more.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2023 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
The nose is fruity with hints of smoke, cooked cherries, plums, dried leaves, and sweet spices. It is medium-bodied with ripe tannins. The palate is full-bodied and textured, with weight and balance. Fruity yet restrained, with a concentrated, serious finish of excellent length. Ready to drink or worth cellaring.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2024 guide) 91/100
About the wine:
Complex, the bouquet opens with notes of dark fruit and a floral touch, complemented by hints of chocolate and licorice. Linear in style, the wine features tannins that are certainly firm, yet refined and well-structured. A lively, juicy wine that is ready to be enjoyed. A short decant is recommended. (45 min.) 2024–2032
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