Bandol refers to grape growing region in Southeast France known for full-bodied blush wines. It is a on the Mediterranean coast in Provence producing fine AOC red, white and rose wines. The main grapes used are Mourvedre, Grenache and Cinsaut which need masses of sun for ripening.

Bandol is pronounced "bahn dohl"

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