Structure

Bodyfull
Tanninfirm
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oaklarge or old casks

Drinking window

Best 6 to 18 years from vintage.
vintage6 yrs18 yrs20 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Full-bodiedFirm tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: black cherry, thyme, tobacco, smoke

Palate: blackberry, iron, leather, savoury herb

Organic Mourvedre-led Bandol from Souviou's terraced vineyards. Approachable but properly structured, with classic Bandol garrigue and leather depth.

What it pairs with

  • Roast pork loin with thyme
    Souviou's thyme and smoke register matches herb-scented pork; tannins handle the fat.
  • Beef bourguignon
    Long-braised beef in red wine finds a peer in the wine's leather and iron depth.
  • Aged Tomme
    Hard cow's-milk salt aligns with Mourvedre's leather; the wine's red fruit lifts the cheese.
  • Game pate with cornichons
    Rustic charcuterie meets the wine's savoury depth; cornichon acidity refreshes between bites.

History

Souviou's terraced Bandol vineyards have been farmed organically for decades under Roger Jaar. The modern Bandol Rouge took shape in the early 1990s and remains one of the appellation's more under-the-radar producers.

  1. 1992: Modern Souviou Bandol Rouge vinification established

Facts

Producer
Domaine Souviou · visiting guide
Grapes
Mourvedre (70%), Grenache, Cinsault
Classification
AOC Bandol
Oak
20 to 24 months in large old oak foudres
ABV
14.0%
Price
EUR 25 to 40 at retail
Drinking window
6-18 from vintage
First vintage
1992
Organic
ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Domaine Souviou Bandol Rouge

What does Souviou Rouge taste like?

Black cherry, thyme, tobacco and smoke on the nose; blackberry, iron, leather and savoury herb on the palate. Full-bodied with firm tannins, high acidity and a long savoury finish.

When should I drink Souviou Rouge?

Drink between 6 and 18 years from vintage. The wine is more approachable than flagship Bandol; decant 60 minutes for younger vintages.

Is Souviou Rouge vegan?

Yes. Souviou does not use animal-derived fining agents, and the estate is certified organic.

What food pairs with Souviou Rouge?

Roast pork loin with thyme is the canonical pairing. Beef bourguignon, aged Tomme and game pate with cornichons are equally strong matches.

Is Souviou organic?

Yes. Domaine Souviou is certified organic and works its terraced Bandol vineyards under organic regulations.

Tags

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