Zorah ‘Yearz’ Areni Noir 2018 bodegas-castano Pibarnon’s distinctive 60:40 Mourvèdre and

Pibarnon’s distinctive 60:40 Mourvèdre and Cinsault blend was drawn from the estate’s stunning amphitheatre of terraces (or restanques) set amid the pine-covered hilltop of La Colline du Télégraphe

The juice fermented in a mixture of 600 litre demi-muids and 228 litre barriques

Ideal drinking 2022 to 2029

41 hectares of Clos des Hospices dans Les Clos plus slightly smaller holdings in Valmur

An intense and rich nose with notes of dried fruit (almonds and hazelnuts) as well as toasted or grilled aromas

Zorah ‘Yearz’ Areni Noir 2018 bodegas-castano Pibarnon’s distinctive 60:40 Mourvèdre andDeep dark red black core with a dark red hue. Sappy sour cherry like aromas are followed by graphite, black olive, stalky notes and spice. Showing much more fruit generosity than the nose, the palate is layered with delicious ripe cherry and red liquorice flavours. Elements of spicy plum, scorched earth and spicy dried herbs emerge on the back half. Polished yet sturdy tannins compliment nicely balanced fresh acidity. Excellent depth with a long