2018 Chateau de Pibarnon Rhone Blend

The pinnacle of Provençal whites. Soft and inviting, with flavors of apricots and white peach and a refreshing almond finish.
Aromas suggest spring perfumes (linden and fennel) and white fruit. Blenheim apricots, white peaches, almonds. PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Lobster, scallops; white fish in beurre blanc sauce. 45% Clairette, 30% Bourboulenc and 25% other local grape varieties VINEYARDS: Pibarnon sits at the highest point in the appellation, more than 300 meters above sea level. The influence of the Mediterranean as well as the estate’s altitude keeps southern temperatures moderate. The estate’s unique and rare soils, called Trias, are mineral-rich and retain water even in the driest years. AGE OF VINES: 30 to 50 years WINEMAKING: Hand-harvested. Pressed directly, then fermented on indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks. Aged also in tank, with a small percentage in older French oak barrels.