Château Pibran 2017 en Primeur

There was just a little frost that affected one parcel of Cabernet Sauvignon at Pibran this year. As a result, this is the highest proportion of Merlot in the blend ever at 68%, blended with 32% Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep garnet-purple, the 2017 Pibran gives lovely redcurrants and blackcurrants on the nose with a plummy undercurrent and hints of violets, dark chocolate and wild thyme. The palate is medium-bodied, fine, refreshing and delicately played with plenty of expressive red and black fruits and an herbal lift on the finish.

A fresh red with lots of white pepper and salt. Blackcurrants and blueberries. Full-bodied, tight and focused. Ripe tannins. Nice sweetness at the end. Bright finish.

Barrel Sample. With a higher-than-usual percentage of Merlot, this wine offers layers of ripe black fruit flavors. It has a rounded feel, with generous fruits and intense acidity. Overall, it is soft and full on the palate.