Want to charm a dinner party with words like 'garrigue'? Curious why Cézanne couldn’t stay away from Provence, or why Mourvèdre might be your new favourite grape? This sun-soaked bonus episode was recorded mid-2024 Olympics, with Bandol wines in hand and Provençal sunshine on our minds.

We explore:

• Rosés + reds from Bandol;
• The Mourvèdre grape and its garrigue magic scents;
• Provence’s spell on artists like Cézanne & Van Gogh;
• A simple tian recipe (aka ratatouille’s stylish cousin);
• The mystery of Melton Mowbray pork pies (with a very sincere apology from Julie to all UK citizens);
• And dating red flags, like saying 'réfrigérateur' with a straight face.

From terraced vineyards and seaside aromas to artistic havens like Saint-Paul de Vence (plus an epic wine quiz and le 'bêtisier' at the end!), this episode is a warm return and a playful wrap to Season 1.

Wines featured from Domaine Bunan :

Château La Rouvière rouge 2013

A rich, structured Bordeaux blend with Mourvèdre, known for aging beautifully.

Moulin des Costes Bandol rosé 2019

Lovely salmon colour, dry, and complex with herbal notes thanks to Mourvèdre.

Recommended producers from Bandol:

• Domaine Tempier  
• Domaine de la Bégude 
• Domaine de l'Olivette  
• Domaine de la Bastide Blanche  

For Melton Mowbray pork pies,, you can visit your local Sainsbury. ;)

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