Château Pontet-Canet - Pauillac - 5ème Grand Cru Classé - Rouge 2017

BIODYNAMIC

Key words: Silky / Complex / Elegant

The wine: The Château Pontet-Canet is a true pioneer in the world of Bordeaux Grands Crus. The property has in fact converted to biodynamics from the 2010 vintage and all 81 hectares are used here to produce a single and unique Grand Vin, proving the marvelous quality from the terroir of this 5th Grand Cru Classé. This 2017 vintage is characterized by a superb energy as well as a elegant mouthfeel as desired. Remarkably fragrant, this cuvée also presents silky tannins as well as a very complex aromatic palette: red and black fruits, beautiful freshness on the palate, notes of leather , undergrowth...simply grandiose!

Capacity: 75cl

Type: Red wine

Grape varieties: 64% Cabernet-sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet-Franc

AOC: Pauillac

Drinking and storing: Drink now and keep until 2037

Service temperature: 16-18°C

The estate: The history of Pontet-Canet began in the 18th century thanks to Jean-François de Pontet, Grand Écuyer of Louis XV. Three centuries later, the property now belongs to the Tesseron family, a great name in the Bordeaux area. Jean-Michel Comme, manager of the Château, applies the vision of the siblings through a total qualitative requirement in the vineyard and in winemaking as well as an absolute respect for nature. Since 2010, Pontet-Canet has acted as a pioneer in the region since the 81 hectares of the farm were officially converted to biodynamics.  In addition, no tractors are accepted in the vineyards, only horses so as not to compact the soil. The cellars have also been completely renovated and the yeasts used in winemaking are indigenous. Château Pontet-Canet is also known for carrying out part of its aging in amphorae partly composed of soil components from its own lands in order to push the expression of the place to the climax in the wines. This human, environmental and viticultural approach allows the Tesseron to produce Pauillacs driven by freshness and evoking a very particular energy while retaining magnificent aging potential.