Robert Parker, tasting note published in May 15th 2020
Château Pontet-Canet 2010 has a very deep garnet-red colour. The nose explodes with black fruit jams and savoury nuances: plum jam, blackcurrant, black cherry coulis and liquorice with hints of dried lavender, melted chocolate, charcuterie, black olives, truffles, camphor and a touch of sandalwood. The full-bodied palate is loaded with black fruits, exotic spices and earthy nuances, with a firm base of ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing with epic length and depth. Much more expressive and seductive than many 2010s at this stage, but still incredibly young!
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET
A direct neighbour of Mouton-Rothschild, Pontet-Canet benefits from a magnificent terroir that has contributed enormously to its reputation. What is most striking about this property is its meteoric rise and the biodynamic turn taken, not without risk, in a region where “ecoviticulture” has not yet become the norm. In the space of ten years, and thanks to Alfred Tesseron, the owner, and Jaen-Michel Comme, the manager, Pontet-Canet has become the most sought-after brand in the Médoc. A model of success that will certainly serve as an example! Since 2020, Justine Tesseron, Alfred’s daughter and now head of the estate, has been responsible for keeping Pontet-Canet in a class of its own.
Allergens information
Contains sulphites.
SKU: 105895
Château Pontet-Canet
Pontet-Canet, the first major Bordeaux wine estate of renown to venture into organic and biodynamic farming, was also the first among the Grands Crus Classés to receive double certification for the entire vineyard.
