2016 Pontet Canet

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2016 Pontet-Canet hits the ground running with a hedonistic nose of Black Forest gateau, crème de cassis and blueberry pie plus suggestions of candied violets, hoisin, chocolate mint, charcuterie and forest floor with a hint of star anise. The palate is full-bodied, rich, multi-layered and powerfully fruity. It is built like a brick house, with very firm, super-ripe, grainy tannins and harmonious freshness, finishing with incredible length and depth. Still incredibly primary and yet already so multi-layered that I would not be at all surprised if this wine justifies a three-digit score in a few years.

Grape variety: Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot

Wine Advocate (Robert Parker): 98/100
James Suckling: 97/100
Fallstaff: 95/100

Alcohol content: 14,5% Vol.
Allergen information: Contains sulphites

Bottler, importer: Château Pontet-Canet,
33 250 Pauillac, France