Château Pontet Canet 2020 is one of the leading wines of Pauillac, produced by Château Pontet Canet, a Fifth Growth estate widely regarded as performing at a far higher level. The vineyard is fully biodynamically farmed, with gravel soils ideally suited to Cabernet Sauvignon, producing wines of depth, precision and strong ageing potential.
The 2020 vintage is a powerful and successful year in Bordeaux, delivering wines with both concentration and balance. At Pontet Canet this results in a wine that combines richness with freshness, showing both structure and refinement.
Tasting notes
Château Pontet Canet 2020 shows aromas of blackcurrant, black cherry and dark plum, with notes of graphite, cedar, spice and a touch of cocoa.
On the palate the wine is full bodied and layered, with concentrated dark fruit supported by ultra fine, silky tannins. There is a sense of both power and precision, with freshness running through the core, leading to a long and mineral driven finish.
Critic scores
98 points, James Suckling
97 points, Wine Enthusiast
97 points, The Wine Independent
97 points, Decanter
95+ points, Vinous
A benchmark Pauillac that combines depth, elegance and precision, offering both immediate appeal and exceptional long term ageing potential.
