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    Château de Pibarnon - 2016 - Bandol

    Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur • Bandol • Red

    147,60€ tax included
    147,60€ tax included
    24,60€ / unit
    Packaging : 6 x 75cl - Wooden Crate

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
    • Appellation Bandol
    • Color Red
    • Alcohol 12.5
    • Vintage 2016
    • Grape varieties Mourvèdre 90%, Grenache 10%

    The Mourvèdre grape variety finds its ideal terroir in Bandol, and Château de Pibarnon draws out its full essence and depth. Patience will be required. Delivery August 2017

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Parker (WA) 93/100
    Producer

    Producer

    Owner and history

    Château Pibarnon cultivates 50 hectares of vines, including 45 hectares of red grapes. The vines, which can be established up to 300m altitude, are planted on terraces (terraces created for the purpose of cultivation), forming a natural amphitheater. There are 12 plots of land, all located on the higher ground of the estate.

    Vinification and aging

    Long fermentation in vats for 3 weeks.
    Aged in oak casks for 20 months.

    • Serving temperature 16°C - 20°C

    • Climax 2021 à 2028

    Wine profile

    • fruity
    • wooded
    • spicy
    • complex
    • timber frame