Château Pradeaux
Bandol Mourvedre
Bandol, Provence, France
From magnum. Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of dinner. Due to the setting, no formal notes. That being said, I am pleased to share is that the 2014 is at a lovely, early stage in its evolution. Developing still; dark and complex with good structure. This was a killer pairing with a variety of fare including smoked duck. Drink now through 2034 easy.
From magnum. Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of dinner. Due to the setting, no formal notes. That being said, I am pleased to share is that the 2014 is at a lovely, early stage in its evolution. Developing still; dark and complex with good structure. This was a killer pairing with a variety of fare including smoked duck. Drink now through 2034 easy.
Jan 28th, 2025
Châteaux Pradeaux is located in Bandol AOC, of Provence, France, near the magnificent coastal town of Saint Cyr-sur-Mer, situated on the Mediterranean Sea. I imagine there are breathtaking views of the azure waters from the vineyards and estate of Château Pradeaux. 🌊
Generations of the Portalis family have produced wines from this estate dating back to 1752. The land has seen devastation such as the French Revolution, Phylloxera, and World War II, and yet today it remains strong, carrying forward the family traditions, thanks to the fortitude, will, and courage of the Portalis family. 💪
👁 It is medium ruby with garnet rim variation. It has a subtle haze, perhaps because this wine was not fined nor filtered.
👃 On the nose this wine has a baked, black fruit quality, with notes of blackberry, plum, and black cherry 🍒 ; also notes of dried lavender, anise, clove, cedar, nutmeg, tobacco, leather, peat moss, meat, and barnyard.
👄 On the palate, this wine is dry. It has medium acidity, a medium(+) body, medium alcohol, high tannins, and medium(+) intensity in flavors that are consistent with the nose.
The grapes were not destemmed in the winemaking process, which has undoubtedly contributed to the strong and grippy tannins experienced in the glass. This wine benefits from decanting and could also benefit from more time in the bottle. 👍
In sum, this wine tells a story of commitment, perseverance, and respect for the land from which it’s cultivated. It’s made with minimal intervention and has 95% Mourvèdre and 5% Grenache. 📚
Château Pradeaux, Bandol Rouge, 2014, ABV 13%.
Châteaux Pradeaux is located in Bandol AOC, of Provence, France, near the magnificent coastal town of Saint Cyr-sur-Mer, situated on the Mediterranean Sea. I imagine there are breathtaking views of the azure waters from the vineyards and estate of Château Pradeaux. 🌊
Generations of the Portalis family have produced wines from this estate dating back to 1752. The land has seen devastation such as the French Revolution, Phylloxera, and World War II, and yet today it remains strong, carrying forward the family traditions, thanks to the fortitude, will, and courage of the Portalis family. 💪
👁 It is medium ruby with garnet rim variation. It has a subtle haze, perhaps because this wine was not fined nor filtered.
👃 On the nose this wine has a baked, black fruit quality, with notes of blackberry, plum, and black cherry 🍒 ; also notes of dried lavender, anise, clove, cedar, nutmeg, tobacco, leather, peat moss, meat, and barnyard.
👄 On the palate, this wine is dry. It has medium acidity, a medium(+) body, medium alcohol, high tannins, and medium(+) intensity in flavors that are consistent with the nose.
The grapes were not destemmed in the winemaking process, which has undoubtedly contributed to the strong and grippy tannins experienced in the glass. This wine benefits from decanting and could also benefit from more time in the bottle. 👍
In sum, this wine tells a story of commitment, perseverance, and respect for the land from which it’s cultivated. It’s made with minimal intervention and has 95% Mourvèdre and 5% Grenache. 📚
Château Pradeaux, Bandol Rouge, 2014, ABV 13%.
Good, but would have been a little better with more time to breathe. Dark fruits. Pretty heavy tannins. Good pairing for a steak or Beef Bourguignon. Not the sushi we had. So it goes.
Good, but would have been a little better with more time to breathe. Dark fruits. Pretty heavy tannins. Good pairing for a steak or Beef Bourguignon. Not the sushi we had. So it goes.
Feb 18th, 2021
very drinkable. light, fruity, notes of raspberry.
very drinkable. light, fruity, notes of raspberry.
Feb 8th, 2020
Blackberries, plum, fresh red currant leaf, nice tannic backbone and a good finish. Very nice example of Bandol. Yes please.
Blackberries, plum, fresh red currant leaf, nice tannic backbone and a good finish. Very nice example of Bandol. Yes please.
Aug 14th, 2019
Owner/Wine Director Spuyten Duyvil, Fette Sau, St. Anselm & Gotham Artisanal Provisions
Joe had this 6 years ago
Joe had this 6 years ago
May 13th, 2019