A Bandol Wine Tasting – Episode #360

November 29, 2007

Gary Vaynerchuk explores 3 wines from the lovely Bandol and gives you his take on em.

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“Just watched this show again because I’m going to Provence in a couple…” by Tyler Reed
“QOTD: Bandol is really great. The last one was the Mas de la Rouviér…” by ulu ulu ulu ulu
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Wines tasted in this episode:

2004 Domaine Le Galantin BandolBandol
2005 Domaine Tempier Bandol ClassiqueBandol
2004 Terrebrune Bandol RougeBandol

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November 29, 2007

KW
QOTD: Never had it. Will the dryness and tannin soften up over time?
November 29, 2007

Dave L
never had one!!
November 29, 2007

Todd S
QOTD: I have a bottle of 2001 Domaine Le Galantin Bandol in the cellar now. I am glad you did this review before I opened it. It is always fun to drink the wine you are tasting. I know the 2001 may be radically different than your 2004, but it will be both interesting and entertaining.
November 29, 2007

Dominus
Radool Show! I love the Bandols ever since I travelled with the little woman to the French Riviera a few years ago. Most recently I had a Bandol at a B&B last year during the New Year’s Eve festivities. Inexpensive, but good but forgot the name. Domaine Cou…?

As an FYI, you were spot on the Leocadie. Having it tonight. Yum

Cheers!

P.S. Go Pack tonight!
November 29, 2007

bing
thanks gary. another excellent show.
QOTD: i’ve had both the ‘04 and ‘05 Tempier. i had the same reaction to the ‘05. i thought the ‘04 was superior.
November 29, 2007

Robert Howells
I have never tried Bandol but I do admire Kermit Lynch and love his newsletter.
November 29, 2007

Ricky B.
Yes I have had a few Bandols including Tempier. They are different than most wines I drink and different is good sometimes. Like you said they are on the structured side.
November 29, 2007

plutoburn
Gonna head to LCBO to pick up some of that Galantin so that I can say I’ve tried Bandol.
November 29, 2007

thepiratedoc
QOTD: Bandol virgin on deck, Cap’n! Sheesh, never even head of it before today. I do live a sheltered life as a wine pirate. rrrggghh! (Had to use little r’s due to my provincial existence) No, not Provencal, provincial! Good show, GV.
November 29, 2007

Dorothy
I haven’t had any and was really looking forward to trying it–too bad it’s sold out already!
November 29, 2007

brorjace
QOTD: I’ve had a few mourvedre based wines, but never a bandol. We carry the Tempier, but I might let it hang around a little before I try some.
November 29, 2007

Mandy
Great read: “Adventures on the Wine Route,” by Kermit Lynch. If you want to know about Bandol…
November 29, 2007

Jason S.
QOTD: never had one before, but I definitely will now!
November 29, 2007

chenin
I had the 98 Domaine La Suffrene and it was really fantastic. They also make very good rose.
November 29, 2007

Aaron J
Nice webisode Gary. I used to comment more often, but recently reverted to lurker status–the enigmatic nature is more appealing. But here is a comment for you to tally if that’s what strokes your ego.

AOTD: Never a Bandol, but it’s now on my wishlist.
November 29, 2007

Ballzhey
Lurker # 800815 checking in Gary!
i love it when the cheap wines win.
good showing but got to go back to lurking…
November 29, 2007

tony mahoney
He I am, lurking again….sorry. But I tend to watch you while I’m making dinner and cracking the wine open. As much as I enjoy the banter I just have my hands full of goose liver and just can’t type…I will try to do better! Any, yes I’ve had it once or twice but can’t remember my impressions. Will have to go back and try again. Thanks and keep up the great work and please don’t come down on us ‘lurkers’ too hard. Cheers!
November 29, 2007

sky
if we win i mean the widget thing. only my daughter has a webpage myspace
November 29, 2007

sky
ive only drank rose from bandol…am i an idiot? would love to taste these..the cheaper one sounds best. keep up the good works edumakating us. why have i only drank rose from bandol. whats the deal with rose there. they are some of the best roses ive ever had….price points dont matter do they. only quality. thanx gary. im gonna use my daughters myspace page,can she come if we win?can we do a fruit juice show? tasting for the underage drinker? or whatever…
November 29, 2007

Dave Canada
QOTD – Never tried a bandol but we actually have the Galantin….!!!!! I am heading out to buy it right now!!!!
November 29, 2007

Derek
Another great show Gary, top 10!!

QOTD: I will be honest, I never heard of it until now, but thats why I love this show. I am going to seek some out and try it…thanx Gary.
November 29, 2007

passthecab
sounds like i need to try a bandol! great show g-man.
November 29, 2007

cumpari
QOTD: Ah yes, love Bandol…love mourvedre…I really like the wines coming out of Provence and the south of France in general. Great q/p. How about a Bandol rose show next summer?
November 29, 2007

Flavio
God bless Provence.

I had the 2004 Tempier at a wonderful dinner in Aix-en-Provence this summer and loved it. Didn’t feel as tight as most people say (everyone tells me that 2004 Tempiers still need to be put away for 5-10 yrs). Since we’ve been back I’ve tried to get some 2004 La Tourtine but have not had luck finding it.

I see the Galantin here and there but have always ignored, thinking it was a cheap Tempier wannabe. Now I feel like an idiot, but that’s exactly why I watch WLTV. Will buy some tomorrow!

You should taste some whites from Cassis (near Bandol) to carry on the ProvenÃ§al theme!