"A red Bandol with a splendid, deep color—a dark garnet hue with purple highlights (85% Mourvèdre, 15% Cinsault). The palate is remarkably fragrant with notes of fresh pepper, violet, and licorice, supported by beautiful tannins and a very long finish. A wine of rare elegance. Expected to age well. Best enjoyed with hearty game.” (RVF Special Edition - Best of 2015) Full of charm!
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Eye
a fairly deep purple color
Nose
with aromas of ripe black fruits and hints of spices and zan
Palate
With its robust structure, this is a full-bodied wine with well-integrated tannins that fully expresses the richness of its terroir. The finish features notes of spice, leather, and hints of licorice
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2015
Drink before
2020
Food and wine pairings
pair it with game, a stew, grilled lamb, a chocolate dessert...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2015 guide) 14/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2026 guide) 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the wine:
A hint of astringency, classic in style with a dry finish. Tasted straight from the barrel, it will age well, but you’ll really have to be patient.
About the estate:
As the ninth generation of this estate, founded in 1752, Etienne Portalis is far from resting on the laurels that such a property might offer. It has it all: Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer, some twenty hectares of limestone and red clay soils, a mild and temperate microclimate, extensive work undertaken on the vines and in the cellar, and—as with the very best—aged oak barrels that impart a silky texture to the wines and refine them for very long aging.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
6-Star Rated Estate (Exceptional Production)
About the estate:
The château, owned by the Portalis family since 1752, is currently managed by Cyrille, who carries on the family tradition. The next generation is stepping up, with Edouard—who already works alongside his father—and Etienne. The advanced age of the vines (over 35 years old, on average) and the low yields produce wines that, even if they require time, are often worthy of the greatest. Unapproachable and harsh in their youth—the grapes are not destemmed—they are often splendid and of great character after 15 or 20 years of aging. A second wine, Le Lys, is now offered by the estate.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2026 guide) 3*Stars (These represent the pinnacle of French winemaking. The finest terroirs cultivated by the greatest winemakers. Tasting their wine is always a magical experience)
About the estate:
Château Pradeaux, in Saint-Cyr-sur-Mer, is a landmark of the appellation. The Portalis family has owned the estate since 1752. A worthy heir to the estate, Étienne has steered the wines toward greater finesse and tension since his arrival in 2010, championing a traditional and timeless vision of Bandol reds. Discerning wine lovers undoubtedly have extraordinary memories of the character and aging potential of these wines. Although they are difficult to define in their youth, their potential lies dormant. If one takes the risk of comparing them to the new generation of Bandols, produced by the Tempier or La Bégude estates, Pradeaux’s wines may be outshone by these more modern, colorful vintages, which are easier to enjoy in their youth. Yet, far from any trend toward flattery, Pradeaux remains as it has always been: a very classic red, seeking to unfold over time, enhancing its power and uniqueness through whole-cluster vinification (extremely rare in Bandol) and very long aging (up to 48 months) in old casks ranging from 40 to 80 years old! Continue to age them for at least ten years in the cellar; they will always surprise you. The density, character, and depth of the latest vintages of the reds provide us with an incomparable emotional experience. The estate has been certified organic since 2023.
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