Château de Pibarnon Rouge AOC 2020 3000ml Doppel-Magnum
The Château de Pibarnon Rouge AOC 2020 displays the class of the Bandol appellation: An elegant, complex red wine full of Provençal finesse that impresses even in its youth with a silky texture and ageing potential.
Ethereal bouquet of lavender, mint, juniper and violet, underpinned with ripe cherries, plums and elderberries, alongside delicate notes of blood orange and vanilla.
Palate
Seductive and charismatic on the palate with ripe black cherry, a hint of liquorice, cinnamon and pepper, supported by a striking acidity and a fresh vein.
Character
Velvety, complex and age-worthy – a successful balance of elegant coolness and robust texture.
Pairing
Pairs superbly with a medium-rare rib-eye steak with rosemary butter, grilled rack of lamb with thyme, or a rich wild mushroom ragout.
Notes
Grown on blue Triassic marl in a natural amphitheatre overlooking the Mediterranean; sourced from hand-built terraces (restanques), certified organic since 2019 (restanques) and aged for over 20 months in oak.
Tasting note
Colour & Appearance
An intense purple-red with vibrant violet reflections.
Nose
Ethereal, complex, and surprisingly accessible. A bouquet featuring lavender, roses, mint, and juniper, underpinned by ripe cherries, plums, and blackberries. Subtle nuances of blood orange and a hint of vanilla complete this promising style.
Palate
On the palate, the aristocratic structure of the Mourvèdre reveals its charming, velvety side. Despite powerful tannins and a firm acidity, the wine comes across as seductive and approachable. The flavour profile combines black cherry and plum with liquorice, cinnamon, violet, and pepper, backed by a remarkably cool freshness.
Finish
Long-lasting and complex. The finish impresses with a cool vein and fine notes of tonka bean that linger long on the palate.
Terroir & Origin
Originates from the spectacular restanques of Bandol – a historic amphitheatre of stone terraces. Facing the Mediterranean, the vines are rooted at an altitude of 250 metres on rare blue Triassic marl with clay, limestone, and ancient fossils.
Grape Variety & Vinification
Predominantly Mourvèdre (90%), complemented by Grenache (10%). Following a three-week fermentation, the wine matures plot by plot for over 20 months in various oak casks (barriques, tonneaux, and foudres). The estate has been certified organic since 2019.
Food Pairings
Perfect with medium-rare rib-eye steak with rosemary butter and baked potatoes, juicy grilled rack of lamb with thyme and rosemary, or an umami-rich wild mushroom ragout with Usukuchi Shoyu.
Key Features
The impressive 3000ml double magnum guarantees exceptional ageing potential. This vintage achieves the feat of combining the classic power of Bandol with remarkable early approachability.
