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It lies on two geological zones, distinct in age and microclimate, but built on the same predominantly clay-limestone bedrock, characteristic of the Bandol terroir.
Bandol Blanc Libellule 2012
Domaine de l’Olivette
A graceful insect, the dragonfly evokes freedom, transparency and light. It’s this lovely symbol that Jean Luc Dumoutier has chosen to illustrate the label of one of his white bandols.
A delicate, airy wine, but at the same time persistent on the palate thanks to a blend of clairette (80%), ugni blanc (15%) and sauvignon. Bandol is a “small” terroir in the geographical sense of the word. But in this privileged corner of the world, nature offers winemakers a rare combination of sunshine, stony soil and gentle sea breezes, enabling them to create wines with a distinctive character.
Domaine de L’Olivette covers 55 hectares in the Bandol appellation, mainly in the Castellet area, with a few plots in the communes of Le Beausset and Saint Cyr. From terraced hillside to terraced hillside, it descends from the hills towards the Mediterranean: 350 m for the highest plots overlooking the sea and the Bec de l’Aigle, 100 m for the lowest. A wooded amphitheater protects the vineyards from the harsh climate.
Domaine de l’Olivette
It lies on two geological zones, distinct in age and microclimate, but built on the same predominantly clay-limestone bedrock, characteristic of the Bandol terroir.
Vines are grown in the most traditional way possible, with respect for the environment: reasoned interventions on the biological fertility of the soil, natural soil improvers, no chemical weedkillers, no pesticides.
Tasting notes include white flower and citrus aromas. Full-bodied, nervous and round on the palate. Good persistence.
Bandol Blanc Libellule 2012
Price: 15 euros on sale at the estate and in wine shops.
Domaine de l’Olivette
519 chemin de l’Olivette – le Brulât – 83330 Le Castellet
Tel. 33 (4) 94 985 885
www.domaine-olivette.com
[email protected]
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