Dupéré Barrera TLM 2020

A bold, deeply concentrated Provençal red, shaped by an exceptionally long maceration, with ripe red fruit, chocolate nuances, powerful structure and Mediterranean warmth. 🍷 Tasting notes Deep cherry-red colour. The nose is intense and generous, dominated by very ripe red fruits, complemented by dark chocolate, spice and subtle oak. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with substantial structure from the prolonged extraction, yet retains an appealing ripe-fruit character. The finish is long, warm and chocolate-tinged. La Revue du Vin de France similarly characterises TLM as the more structured Dupéré Barrera red, highlighting its chocolate tone and muscular profile. 🍽️ Food pairing Particularly suited to wild boar stew, Provençal daube, slow-cooked beef, roast lamb, grilled red meats and game. Its concentration also makes it a good partner for richly seasoned Mediterranean dishes. The producer specifically recommends daube de sanglier. 🧭 Technical data Producer: Dupéré Barrera Collection Cuvée: TLM – Très Longue Macération Appellation: AOP Côtes de Provence Vintage: 2020 Grape varieties: Syrah / Cabernet Sauvignon / Mourvèdre Terroir: Stony clay-limestone soils, Mediterranean climate Maceration: 8 weeks Ageing: 12 months in French oak barrels Alcohol: 15% vol. Serving temperature: 16–18°C Cellaring: 10 years Decanting: I would recommend 1–2 hours, especially while the wine still shows youthful concentration. Takeaway: An intense, full-bodied Provence red with ripe fruit, dark chocolate and Mediterranean spice—the eight-week maceration gives TLM remarkable concentration, structure and depth.