COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Mourvèdre, Grenache
PRODUCER
Château de Pibarnon
REGION
Provence
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château de Pibarnon 2021 Rouge is a distinguished red wine from the AOC Bandol in Provence, France. The estate, founded in 1977 and now managed by the Saint-Victor family, is celebrated for its commitment to quality and its unique terroir. The vineyards are located at high altitudes on terraces with limestone and blue clay soils. The wine is primarily made from Mourvèdre, with a smaller proportion of Grenache. The 2021 vintage is noted for its balance and harmony.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€65
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated at altitudes up to 300 meters.
Fact 02
Soils are a unique blend of limestone and blue clay.
Fact 03
Wines are often compared to fine Barolo and Grand Cru Burgundy.
Fact 04
Estate philosophy emphasizes biodynamic cultivation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Château de Pibarnon begins with hand-harvested and sorted grapes. Fermentation takes place in cement tanks using indigenous yeasts, with gentle punching down. The wine then undergoes an aging period of 18 to 22 months in French oak foudres. The wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered. Farming practices are environmentally friendly, with a focus on biodynamic cultivation.
