Producer Profile
Area under vines: 80 hectares
Soils: Gravel and sand
Average age of the vines: 45 years
Planting density: 9500 vines/ha
Production: 20 000 cases a year
Ageing: in 60% new oak barrels for 16 months
Grape varieties:
- Cabernet Sauvignon 62%
- Merlot 32%
- Cabernet Franc 4%
- Petit Verdot 2%
Second wine: Les Hauts de Pontet-Canet
Grape varieties:
- Cabernet Sauvignon 53%
- Merlot 46%
- Cabernet Franc 1%
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Tasting Notes
Robert Parker 95
The spectacular 2003 Pontet Canet is still incredibly young and vigorous. This full-bodied classic boasts a dense purple color as well as a superb nose of graphite, creme de cassis, forest floor, licorice and a hint of truffles, low acidity, and extravagant richness. Most of the tannins have been resolved in this superstar of the vintage. It should continue to drink well for 10-15+ years. [Robert M. Parker, Jr., 28/08/2014]
Anticipated maturity: 2014-2029
