The 2019 Les Hauts du Vallon Bandol Rouge is a powerful and structured red wine with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a smoky, earthy complexity, supported by firm tannins and vibrant acidity. It's a classic Bandol made primarily from Mourvèdre, and like other wines from the region, it has the potential for aging. The wine is robust and has a strong personality, with concentrated flavors of black cherry and red berries. It exhibits a stony minerality and earthy complexity that grounds the fruit-forward profile. The firm tannins provide a solid backbone, leading to a long, lingering finish. It is recommended to give the wine at least 20 minutes to open up before serving.