Château Pibran 1996
13%
2.25L
Intensity
This wine is one of the Cru Bourgeois elite, combining power and generosity to perfection.
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Lot presentation
Château Pibran 1996
The wine
Through its different vintages, the grand vin of Pibran expresses all the characteristics of this exceptional terroir. Cedar, licorice, blackberry appear on the nose. On the palette, it is a classical Pauillac but softer than its more prestigious neighbours with a high percentage of merlot (over 50%) which is led to reduce. In classical vintages, it can be tasted after five to ten years of aging. In great vintages, it can be laid down for 15 to 20 years.
About the Producer Château Pibran
Pibran is located very near the domaines of Mouton Rothschild, Pontet-Canet and Lynch-Bages. The 10ha vineyard of this renowned cru lies on one of the finest hilltops in the commune of Pauillac, in the Médoc. Acquired by AXA Millésimes, (which also owns Pichon-Baron in Pauillac) it thus benefits from the expertise of an experienced team and advanced technology. This domaine has proved itself to be a true Pauillac. Thanks to the investments allowed by AXA Millésimes and the expertise of the teams of Pichon-Baron, the wines of Pibran are increasingly refined. Its prices remain fair considering the appellation so connoisseurs will be interested. The domaine’s second wine is called la Tour Pibran.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity : 3 bottles
Level : 3 NormalObservations : 3 Plastic-covered label, 3 Marked label, 3 Damaged label, 1 Vintage difficult to readOrigin : private individual
Type of cellar : underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT : no
Original wooden case / Original case : no
French customs seal : no
Alcohol percentage : 13 %
Region : Bordeaux
Appellation : Pauillac
Owner : Axa Millésimes
Vintage : 1996
Colour : red
Service temperature : 16°
Size (in ha) : 17 hectares
Volume : 55000 bottles
Intensity : classic
Leading aroma : black fruit
Tasting occasion : food-friendly wine