Pibarnon: The Petrus of Bandol

“Having understood perfectly the soul of this exceptional terroir, Henri de Saint-Victor completely remade Chateau de Pibarnon and in doing so created a grand classic in Bandol, with a profundity and balance without equal in Provence….” Bettane and Desseauve, Classification of the Best Wines of France, 2003

“The rose is unfailingly one of the most savory in Provence. The red is robust when young but develops a range of subtle, typically Mediterranean aromas, together with a tannic quality that places it amongst the greatest of all the French wines.” Bettane and Desseauve’s Guide to the Greatest Wine of France 2011

Below is a picture of Château de Pibarnon’s vineyard. It’s called the Théatre d'Epidaure but you could also call it Mourvèdre’s Promised Land. A natural amphitheatre, it sits atop La Colline du Télégraphe at a height of 300m, staring directly out at the sparkling Mediterranean bay of La Ciotat. This is one of the few terroirs that can ripen and sculpt the surly Mourvèdre... read more

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Bandol

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Château de Pibarnon

Chateau De Pibarnon Bandol Blanc 2010

As mentioned in our offer, given the miniscule production and strong local demand, we see very little Bandol Blanc in Australia. We think this is one of France's most fascinating wines. Made from... read more

Product Code: 9379-750

Bottle size 750ml

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$ 64.00 Single bottle price

$ 57.60 Mixed or straight dozens

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Bandol

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Château de Pibarnon

Chateau De Pibarnon Bandol Rouge 2008

The rouge at Pibarnon is a style of Bandol all its own. Although this is supremely elegant and seamless by Bandol's standards, there is still plenty of stuffing and density for long term aging.... read more

Product Code: 9377-750

Bottle size 750ml

Buy a straight or mixed dozen get 10% off!

$ 75.00 Single bottle price

$ 67.50 Mixed or straight dozens