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Château Pontet-Canet Pauillac Grand Cru Classe 2009

Reviews

100 -Robert Parker's Wine Advocate -

Deep garnet in color, the 2009 Pontet-Canet slips sensuously from the glass with opulent scents of crème de cassis, baked plums and Black Forest cake plus suggestions of Chinese five spice, potpourri, oolong tea and menthol. Full-bodied, rich, spicy and oh-so-decadent in the mouth, it has a fantastically velvety frame and seamless freshness, finishing very long.

100 -Jeb Dunnuck -

A consistently perfect wine every time I've had it, the 2009 Château Pontet-Canet is the greatest wine from this address to date as well as one of the greatest Pauillacs out there. Still youthfully ruby/purple and with a gorgeous perfume of blackcurrants, lead pencil, graphite, crushed rocks, and damp earth, it's still youthful but is just now starting to show more nuance and complexity. Full-bodied on the palate, with a powerful, concentrated mid-palate, incredible depth of fruit, and flawless balance, Bordeaux simply does not get any better. You couldn't have too much of this in the cellar, and this magical wine is going to drink brilliantly for another 50 years or more.

99 -Wine Enthusiast -

98 -James Suckling -

96 -Wine Spectator -

This is amazingly expressive now considering how huge it is, with stunning espresso and warm fig confiture aromas followed by lush layer after layer of blackberry paste, cassis and plum sauce. A terrific loam underpinning strides in on the finish, which is weighty but sports serious cut. Equal parts fruit and earth. Best from 2018 through 2038. 26,665 cases made.

95 -Decanter -

Sumptuous black-fruits nose, vividly aromatic, as well as minty, stylish, and toasty. Very rich, broad, full-bodied and generous, with very ripe tannins and a lot fo spice. Perhaps slightly lower acidity than usual but has punch and persistence all the same. Approachable, just, but will benefit from more age. Good length with a chewy but not astringent finish.

95 -Vinous -

The 2009 Pontet-Canet needs more encouragement from the glass than its peers, but it rewards the imbiber with seductive pure cassis and blackberry fruit, touches of autumn leaves and pencil box. The palate is medium-bodied with firm but fine tannin, a lovely bead of acidity. A harmonious, brown spice and smoke tinged finish fans out with confidence. You could open this now but it still has two more decades of drinking pleasure to give. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners' 2009 Bordeaux tasting.

Technical Details

Blend 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
Winemaker Jean-Michel Comme
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub Region Left Bank
Appellation Pauillac
Vineyard Estate vineyards of Château Pontet-Canet
Farming Method Ecocert Certified Organic & Demeter Certified Biodynamic
Oak 50% new French oak barrels
Aging / Cooperage 16-18 months
Alcohol 14%
Production 26,665 cases

Château Pontet-Canet Pauillac Grand Cru Classe 2009

Name: Château Pontet-Canet Pauillac Grand Cru Classe 2009
Brand: First Bottle
SKU: 1010107
Price: 249.95 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Bordeaux Blends | Bordeaux

WA100, JD100, WE99, JS98, WS96, DC95, VN95

Ecocert Certified Organic & Demeter Certified Biodynamic

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$249.95

750ML

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A modern Pauillac icon, blending biodynamic purity with immense power. Ripe cassis, graphite, violets, and smoky minerality build toward a dense, structured palate that remains remarkably fresh. With multiple 100-point scores, this is a cellar cornerstone wine of rare precision and longevity.

About The Producer

Alfred Tesseron and his team, led by Jean-Michel Comme, Pontet-Canet's estate manager, since 1989, have completely transformed both the vineyard and the identity of Chateau Pontet-Canet. Leaving behind conventional vinegrowing techniques in order to embrace organic and biodynamic methods, they have allowed the terroir to reclaim its origins. Speaking of terroir, Pontet Canet happens to be perfectly situated in Paulliac's gravelly Rodeo drive, next to Mouton.

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