Bandol, Coastal commune in Var department, France
Bandol is a small harbor town on France's Mediterranean coast that stretches around a protected bay with three sand beaches. The port fills with fishing boats and sailboats, while numerous wineries and a lively market square define the town center.
The settlement began in 1595 around a military fort and grew into a harbor town with strategic importance on the coast. Over centuries, it transformed from a defensive outpost into a flourishing trade and wine center.
Wine production shapes daily life throughout Bandol, visible in cellars scattered across town where locals work and visitors are welcomed. The relationship between residents and viticulture runs deep, reflecting generations of family involvement in the craft.
The three beaches are easy to access for swimming, while the daily market at Place de la Liberté offers fresh local produce. Many wineries are within walking distance and welcome visitors without advance booking.
The Mourvèdre grape makes up at least half of Bandol wines and grows in distinctive silica and limestone soils across eight surrounding communes. This soil composition produces a particularly distinctive wine sought by collectors around the world.
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