Château Pontet Canet CB Pauillac 5th Growth GCC AOP 2022
Château Pontet Canet CB Pauillac 5th Growth GCC AOP 2022
Château Pontet Canet 2022, Pauillac Grand Cru Classé, is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Hand-harvested from September 8 to 28, it is vinified with pump-overs and punch-downs followed by extended maceration. Dark in color, with aromas of blackcurrant and black fruits, it has a full-bodied palate and velvety tannins.
How is Château Pontet Canet CB Pauillac 5th GCC AOP 2022 vinified and aged?
The harvest took place from September 8 to 28, with multiple passes through the vineyards to select berries at optimal ripeness. Vinification combines pump-overs at the start of fermentation, a few punch-downs, and then long, slow maceration, with the aim of preserving balance, elegance, structure and natural acidity.
What is the tasting profile of Château Pontet Canet CB Pauillac 5th GCC AOP 2022?
The color is dark, deep, almost black with violet highlights. The precise and expressive nose reveals notes of ripe blackcurrant, blackberry, strawberry, forest fruits and eucalyptus. The juicy, full-bodied and creamy palate features very supple and velvety tannins that provide length and verticality. Notes of black fruit intertwine with touches of mocha, pepper and spices. The fresh, mouth-watering finish stands out with notes of blackcurrant, cedar and coffee.