- Region
- Bandol
- Producer
- Domaine Tempier
- Vintage
- 2021
- Grape varieties
- 75% Mourvèdre / Monastrell
- Grenache / Garnacha
- Cinsault
- Carignan
- Syrah / Shiraz
- Bottle size
- 75 cl
- Alcohol
- 14%
- Classification
- AC
- Special characteristic
- Contains sulphites
Manual harvest. Full destemming followed by gentle crushing, then wild-yeast fermentation in stainless steel and concrete tanks, with continual punch-downs of the cap. Subsequent maturation at a constant temperature for 18 months in 25- to 80-hectolitre vessels. No fining or filtering.
The nose is a revelation, offering notes of cherry, red berries, earth, truffle, herbs, olive and spice. Powerful on the palate, with good concentration and beautiful balance. Long, persistent finish. Excellent ageing potential.
Lucie Peyraud, better known as Lulu, passed away shortly after the 2020 harvest at the age of 103. She is now reunited with husband Lucien, who died in 1996. To honour the pioneering couple's memory, the family decided to give their Cuvée Classique a new name: 'Lulu & Lucien'.
Sourced from various vineyards, where the soils consist of sand, silt and clay. The resultant wine is well balanced and a perfect reflection of its terroir.