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2017 Château Pontet-Canet
- Vintage: 2017
- Bottle Size: 0,75l
- Filling level: hf - high fill
- Label Condition: 1A
- Source: wine trade
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Grape variety
64% Cabernet Sauvignon
30% Merlot
4% Cabernet Franc
2% Petit Verdot - Alcohol percentage: 13% vol.
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Points:
94 Falstaff
96 Wine Enthusiast
96 Robert Parker
94 Wine Spectator -
Origin:
Bordeaux
France
Left Bank
Pauillac
Château Pontet-Canet
Yes, they’re the ones with the horses and plows! When it comes to exemplary and sustainable vineyard management, this 5ème Cru in Pauillac is a true pioneer in Bordeaux. Since 2010, Pontet-Canet has been officially certified biodynamic.
Its ownership history can be traced back to the early 14th century: originally in English hands, the estate passed to French owners after England’s defeat in the Hundred Years’ War. In 1975, the Tesseron family took over, and they still own it today. Of the estate’s 120 hectares, 81 are planted with vines—at a high density of 9,000 vines per hectare. The classic Pauillac blend is crafted from 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, plus Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.
Crafted again? Like many Bordeaux châteaux, Pontet-Canet went through a crisis. In 1990, the estate regained its reputation thanks to the help of one of the most influential oenologists, Émile Peynaud. Michel Rolland also played a key role in its success. And perhaps the close proximity to Mouton-Rothschild has some positive energy as well?
That being said, not all older vintages were disappointing. If you come across a 1961 or 1970 Pontet-Canet, you’re in for a treat.
By the way, in 2016, Alfred and Melanie Tesseron purchased Villa Sorriso, the Napa Valley estate of the late actor Robin Williams.
Bordeaux
When the Romans thought of what is now Bordeaux, they described it as “lying by the water” and named the region “Aquitaine” accordingly. Its capital and port city shares the same name as the world-renowned 100,000-hectare wine-growing region: Bordeaux, or in French, Bordelais.
Along and in front of the Gironde, which is fed by the Dordogne and Garonne rivers, lie the world-famous wine regions of Médoc, Haut-Médoc, Graves, and on the right bank, the villages of St. Émilion and Pomerol. Our passion for the fine wines of the Bordelais has been unwavering for many years. We have been collecting these wines for over 20 years, regularly acquiring private cellars from enthusiasts, and focusing on what we consider the great vintages (including 1982, 1985, 1986, 1989, 1990, 1996, 1998, 2000, 2005, 2009, 2010, and several others) and the top winemakers. Wines that do not meet our taste simply do not make it into our selection.
For any wine lover, thinking of Bordeaux inevitably brings Cabernet Sauvignon to mind. But why does this grape thrive so exceptionally well there? The climate on the Médoc peninsula, located to the left of the Gironde, is the mildest in all of Bordeaux, making it the ideal region for producing world-class Cabernet Sauvignon-based blends. This variety requires precisely these conditions to reach full ripeness with consistent success. Pine forests protect the vineyards from strong Atlantic winds while also moderating summer temperatures.
Given the high rainfall near the sea, the typical Château mitigates risk by cultivating at least three grape varieties: alongside Cabernet Sauvignon, the blends typically include Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and sometimes the later-ripening Petit Verdot and Malbec. Voilà! The dominant grape variety depends on the riverbank: Cabernet Sauvignon dominates on the Left Bank, while Merlot prevails on the Right Bank. Of course, there are exceptions, but this is the fundamental distinction between the two most famous riverbanks in the wine world.
Pauillac
Does your pulse quicken at the mention of blackcurrants, cedarwood, cigar box, and damp forest floor? If so, your refined palate is likely well-acquainted with Pauillac. Welcome to Cabernet Sauvignon paradise!
British wine critic Hugh Johnson once said:
“If one had to single out one commune of Bordeaux to head the list, there would be no argument. It would be Pauillac.”
This 1,200-hectare AOC is home to three of Bordeaux’s five world-famous Premiers Crus: Lafite, Latour, and Mouton-Rothschild. Interestingly, Lafite and Mouton share vineyards on the highest plateau of Le Pouyalet, standing at a modest 30 meters.
But Pauillac is also the birthplace of many other remarkable estates, including:
- 2ème Crus: Pichon-Comtesse, Pichon-Baron
- 4ème Cru: Duhart-Milon
- 5ème Crus: Pontet-Canet, Lynch-Bages, to name just a few.
Cabernet Sauvignon dominates these highly elegant blends. The region’s deep gravel soils provide excellent drainageacross its subtly undulating landscape, creating the ideal conditions for this grape variety to produce wines of global renown.
