Château Pontet-Canet - Pauillac - Red - 2017

Wine:

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.

Vinification:

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.

Color:

A brilliant, intense red.

Nose:

A bouquet of violets and fresh herbs underlined by aromas of black fruit, light tobacco and delicate spicy notes.

Palate:

Dense and complex, with beautifully nuanced aromatics, this refined cuvée offers a silky, mineral-driven palate with remarkable power and an exceptionally long finish.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Oven-roasted shoulder of suckling lamb from Pauillac, tournedos of beef with marrow, roast quail with chestnuts, veal fillet mignon with porcini mushrooms.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035 and beyond for enthusiasts

Château Pontet-Canet stands apart in the galaxy of the Médoc’s great wines. Fully committed to biodynamics, it is perhaps the most meticulously farmed vineyard in all of Bordeaux, equipped with tools designed to capture the truest expression of both terroir and vintage.

Under the guidance of owner Alfred Tesseron, the estate has become one of the most sought-after names in Bordeaux. Discover the full subtlety of this unique Pauillac in the outstanding 2017 vintage.