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Pontet Canet Pauillac 2010 (750ml)
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- Country
- France
- Region
- Bordeaux
- Grape
- ["Cabernet Sauvignon", "Merlot", "Cabernet Franc", "Petit Verdot"]
- Vintage
- 2010
- Size
- 750 mL
Description
Pontet-Canet is a Fifth Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux classification, and its home is Pauillac, the Médoc commune known for firm Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2010 blends Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, and at this age it can be approached with a little patience.
Roast lamb is the classic partner for Pauillac, so a rack with rosemary is a natural choice. Prime rib or a steak with a red wine sauce also works. Decant for one to two hours and serve at 64 to 66°F. It can cellar longer if you prefer to wait.
Questions about Pontet Canet Pauillac 2010
- What is Pontet-Canet known for?
- It is known for biodynamic farming in Pauillac. The estate works the soil with horses on some parcels, and makes part of the wine in concrete amphorae, which is unusual for a classified Bordeaux estate.
- What classification is Pontet-Canet?
- It is a Fifth Growth in the 1855 classification of the Médoc, although its quality is often compared with higher ranked estates. It sits near Mouton Rothschild in Pauillac.
- Who owns Pontet-Canet?
- The Tesseron family has owned it since 1975. Alfred Tesseron runs the estate, and he moved the property toward organic and biodynamic farming.
- What does Pontet-Canet taste like?
- A Cabernet Sauvignon led Pauillac, with blackcurrant, graphite and cedar. It is firm when young and typically needs several years in the bottle.