{"title":"Château Pradeaux, Bandol Tandem Offering","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDiscover the newly arrived releases from Château Pradeaux, a historic estate that has been crafting unapologetically traditional wines in the heart of Provence since before the French Revolution. This collection showcases their legendary old-vine terroir, featuring the muscularly chiseled 2020 Bandol Rouge—an absolute triumph for Mourvèdre purists—alongside the deeply structured, incredibly food-friendly 2025 Bandol Rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2020-chateau-pradeaux-bandol-rouge","title":"2020 Château Pradeaux Bandol Rouge","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eWhen the conversation turns to traditional French reds with serious, tectonic-shifting power, Château Pradeaux always commands the room. The Portalis family has been making wine at this historic estate since before the French Revolution, and they remain fiercely uncompromising today. While much of the modern region has pivoted toward softer, quick-to-market styles, Pradeaux proudly stays the course: they divert any vines under 25 years old exclusively to their rosé, reserving only their oldest, deepest-rooted trunks for this flagship red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eHand-harvested, whole-cluster fermented, and aged for a staggering four years in massive neutral oak foudres, this 94-point masterpiece delivers a chiseled, poised muscularity. It comfortably outperforms triple-digit, old-vine Châteauneuf-du-Pape while matching the brooding, noble structure of a top-growth Left Bank Bordeaux—all for a fraction of the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"Vinous Wine Media Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e94 Points, Vinous Media:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020 Bandol is a gorgeous rendition from Château Pradeaux, bursting from the glass with pronounced and highly complex notes of molten stems, wild strawberry, licorice and blackcurrant leaf. Made from 95% Mourvèdre and 5% Grenache, the 2020 is medium-bodied yet remarkably vivid, with the whole bunch integrated beautifully and the tannins already rounded into a lovely, textural shape. There is tremendous energy. The 2020 finishes long, fresh and full of beguiling verve, leaving a lasting impression of character and finesse.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46484804993078,"sku":"SOMM2606-CPR20PRO-750","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020ChateauPradeauxBandolRouge.png?v=1780426299"},{"product_id":"2025-chateau-pradeaux-bandol-rose","title":"2025 Château Pradeaux, Bandol Rosé","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eThis is not your average poolside, pale-pink patio chugger. The 2025 Château Pradeaux Bandol Rosé is a fierce, unapologetic throwback to old-school Provence, trading sugary fruit for pure, structured attitude. Driven by a hefty 70% Mourvèdre and born from rugged limestone-and-clay soils, it pours a deep, copper-toned hue that signals serious intent. The nose is a savory punch of blood orange pith, crushed rock, and wild herbs, delivering a raw, bone-dry profile that completely avoids the predictable, mass-produced style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eOn the palate, it behaves far more like a light, muscular red than a standard blush. Fermented entirely in stainless steel and cement to lock in its electric, high-acid core, it hits with a wave of tart red currant, rhubarb, and a distinct, lip-smacking mineral grip. It has the dense texture and savory spine to stand toe-to-toe with rich, garlic-laden dishes like a classic bouillabaisse, grilled lamb chops, or charred merguez sausages. It's a provocative, thought-provoking bottle built to be shared at a crowded dinner table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\" alt=\"Vinous Wine Media Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e93 Points, Vinous Media:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The 2025 Bandol Rosé is already showing beautifully, offering a medium-bodied palate with lovely drive and freshness, the latter especially impressive given the warmth of the vintage. There is a sense of poise here that sets it apart, combining Mediterranean sun with real structural discipline. This is precisely why great Bandol Rosé enjoys such a cult following—it is not merely refreshing, but serious and characterful with the depth to evolve in bottle. Few Rosés in the world occupy that space so convincingly, and this wine is a clear reminder of the category’s highest possibilities.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46528120127542,"sku":"SOMM2606-PRDX25ROSE-750","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/collections\/449061411_1629701144482241_7390083477567908391_n.jpg?v=1780892979","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/chateau-pradeaux-bandol-tandem-offering.oembed","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}