Château Pontet-Canet Pauillac Grand Cru Classé AOC

5th Grand Cru Classé of Pauillac, Château Pontet-Canet has experienced an irresistible rise which has made it one of the most emblematic brands of the Médoc. Led by Justine and Alfred Tesseron, Château Pontet-Canet has established itself as one of the finest references on the left bank of Bordeaux.

The 2017 vintage was marked by an episode of frost at the end of April, which had little impact on the vineyard due to the protective influence of the Gironde estuary. The growing cycle took place under favorable climatic conditions, including flowering in mid-May and veraison at the beginning of July. Despite some rain during September, the health condition is perfect and the grapes harvested at full maturity are of high quality.

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VARIETALS
64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot

VINTAGE
2017

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%

APPEARANCE
The colour is deep, glossy crimson.

NOSE
The fresh nose reveals an elegant balance of fruity, floral and mineral notes.

PALATE
Great harmony is found on the palate between a highly refined tannic structure and comforting depth and length.
A very fine wine indeed.

AGEING
Typical ageing in oak barrels.

PAIRING
Perfect to be paired with beef fillet, garlic confit lamb mouse, and small game. To pair also with cheeses, preferably mature. As a dessert, it can be enjoyed with a Bavarian cream or a pear and chocolate charlotte.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Already approachable, it will reach its peak between 2030 and 2032.

RATINGS

96pts

95pts

94pts

4.3

Vintage	2017
Grape	Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Producer	Château Pontet-Canet
Style	Dry
Types	Red

Vintage

2017

Grape

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

Producer

Château Pontet-Canet

Style

Dry

Types

Red