|
|
|
|
|
|
The tasting |
|
|
A brilliant, intense red. |
|
| | |
|
A bouquet of violets and fresh herbs underlined by aromas of black fruit, light tobacco and delicate spicy notes. |
|
| | |
|
Dense and complex, with beautifully nuanced aromatics, this refined cuvée offers a silky, mineral-driven palate with remarkable power and an exceptionally long finish. |
|
|
|
The sommelier's advice |
|
|
Serve between 16 and 18°C. |
|
| | |
|
Oven-roasted shoulder of suckling lamb from Pauillac, tournedos of beef with marrow, roast quail with chestnuts, veal fillet mignon with porcini mushrooms. |
|
| | |
|
From now until 2035 and beyond for enthusiasts |
|
|
|
The estate and the wine |
|
|
Château Pontet-Canet stands apart in the world of Médoc’s great wines. Fully committed to biodynamic farming, it is arguably the most meticulously managed vineyard in all of Bordeaux, equipped with a winemaking approach designed to capture the purest expression of its terroir and vintage. Under the leadership of owner Alfred Tesseron, this estate has become one of Bordeaux’s most sought-after names. |
|
| | |
|
Incredibly smooth and elegant, the 2017 Château Pontet-Canet Pauillac feels almost weightless. Its deep, layered aromatics weave together black fruit, sweet spices, violet, blond tobacco, and fresh herbs, all seamlessly integrated into a refined, graceful texture. Purity, minerality, and depth come together in perfect harmony, showcasing both the power and sensuality of a great Pauillac. Silky, impeccably natural tannins, a captivating energy, and an exceptionally long, resonant finish mark this as a wine of true pedigree. A masterpiece destined to stand the test of time. |
|
| | |
|
Hand harvested. Fermentation in concrete vats. Aged for 15 to 20 months in barrels, 60% of which are new.
The estate is certified Organic and Biodynamic since 2010.
Certified organic and biodynamic wine. |
|
|
|
AWARDS |
|
|
Rated 3 stars in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2025 (RVF)
Awarded 5 stars in the Bettane + Desseauve 2025 Guide
Guide RVF 2021: Top-rated cuvée, scored 97/100
Robert Parker: 96-98/100 |
|
|
|
