Chateau Pontet-Canet Pauillac 2021 Rated 97WE EDITORS CHOICE

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Wine Enthusiast Review
Rated 97
EDITORS CHOICE
Pure berry fruit and cedar aromas, the wine has great purity. It is a straight line of freshness as well as black-currant fruits and ripe acidity. The wine is beautifully textured and firm at its core. Drink from 2028. Organic and biodynamic.

Chateau Pontet-Canet Pauillac 2021

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2021 is a biodynamically farmed Grand Cru Classe from Pauillac, Bordeaux, offering finesse, energy, and purity in a cooler vintage. Crafted with precision and care by Alfred Tesseron's team, this 2021 bottling expresses vibrant fruit, graphite minerality, and graceful structure, reflecting both terroir and sustainable excellence at one of Pauillac's most forward-thinking estates.

Key Features

• Type: Red Wine - Bordeaux Grand Cru Classe
• Region: Pauillac AOC, Bordeaux, France
• Producer: Chateau Pontet-Canet
• Farming: Certified Organic & Biodynamic
• Blend: 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot
• Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 13%
• Classification: Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru) - 1855 Classification

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Blackcurrant, violets, graphite, and cedar spice.
• Palate: Elegant and fresh with layers of dark berries, savory herbs, and fine, powdery tannins.
• Finish: Long and linear with purity, freshness, and restrained power.

Serving Suggestions

• Decant for 1-2 hours before serving at 60-65°F.
• Pair with roast lamb, grilled ribeye, duck breast, or truffle dishes.
• Cellar-worthy for 15-25 years; can also be appreciated in youth for its finesse.

Chateau Pontet-Canet 2021 is a poised and polished expression of Pauillac - shaped by biodynamic viticulture and reflective of its cool vintage charm.