“We had to harvest early in 2022 to prevent the grapes from withering in this dry vintage. The estate appears to have handled the situation perfectly, producing a generous Bandol without any excess. The nose is very inviting, revealing aromas of curry and ripe black fruits complemented by toasty notes from the oak. The palate delights with its exemplary balance, its velvety texture, its refined, velvety tannins, its perfectly integrated oak, and its lingering finish of cherry pit and gingerbread. Best enjoyed with a festive dish, such as a Tournedos Rossini.” (Le Guide Hachette 2026)
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Eye
Deep, dark red color
Nose
Intense, with a hint of toast and notes of dark fruit
Palate
Long and crisp, with notes of spice and pepper
Serve
At 18°C
Open
1 hour beforehand in a carafe
Drink before
2037
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with a stew, grilled lamb, grilled meats, chocolate desserts…
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
The friendly Cédric Gravier has been managing this family-owned estate since 1996 with great open-mindedness and an innate sense of hospitality. With him came a major change: the grapes, which had previously been delivered to the cooperative, would now be vinified on the estate. This revival was made possible in large part thanks to his grandfather, who knew every vine like the back of his hand. Today, the estate spans nearly 60 hectares, and Cédric began the transition to organic farming in 2017. Located in the western part of the appellation, on soil that is predominantly clay-limestone, the estate’s diverse array of plots ensures a rich variety of expressions from Mourvèdre, Bandol’s flagship grape variety, with old vines accounting for 90% of the vineyard here.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2026) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
The grapes had to be harvested early in 2022 to prevent them from withering during this dry vintage. The estate appears to have handled the situation perfectly, producing a generous Bandol without any excess. The very inviting nose reveals aromas of curry and ripe black fruits, complemented by toasty notes from the oak. On the palate, it delights with its exemplary balance, its velvety texture, its refined, velvety tannins, its perfectly integrated oak, and its lingering finish of cherry pit and gingerbread. Enjoy it with a festive dish, such as a Tournedos Rossini.
About the estate:
It is in the hamlet of La Suffrène—which is said to have once been the residence of a mistress of the Bailiff of Suffren—that part of the vineyards of this must-visit estate in the Bandol appellation are located. A 60-hectare family-owned vineyard, divided into about a hundred plots, whose grapes were delivered to the cooperative until the arrival of Cédric Gravier, who took over from his grandparents in 1996. Currently in the process of converting to organic farming.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated Estate (2023 Guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
For many years, the Gravier-Piche family brought the fruits of their labor to the cooperative winery. When Cédric Gravier returned to the family estate in 1996, he decided to make his own wines and bottle the expression of old Mourvèdre vines, primarily from La Cadière d’Azur. Over the years, his entrepreneurial spirit led him to vinify the entire 58 hectares. Characterized more by strawberry flavors than citrus, the rosés are rich in both color and concentration. The richness and full-bodied texture of these early-ripening terroirs are evident in the dense reds, with their alluring tannins, reflecting the clay-rich softness of the soil. A classic that appeals to a wide audience, yet has not sacrificed its Mediterranean soul.
Customer Rating
4/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. ROBERT P. Posted on January 13, 2026
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