Chateau Pontet Canet 2021

- 20/20 Punkte VINUM: „Lässt eigentlich erst einmal sprachlos, doch wenn es unbedingt sein muss: Raffinierte, vielschichtige Aromatik von Blüten, Kräutern, besondere Mineralität auch; im Mund von geradezu transzendenter, dichter und doch transparenter Art, grosse Tiefe und Länge dank einmalig feinkörnigem Tannin von mineralischer Frische und absoluter Raffinesse, im Ausklang der reine Eindruck reifer Traubenbeeren.2028-2050"

- 19 Punkte Rene Gabriels BORDEAUX TOTAL, Andre Kunz: „(58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot) Samtenes, dichtes, cremiges, fein opulentes, komplexes, tiefes Bouquet, schwarzer Cassis, Lakritze, Black Currant, schwarze Schokolade, Trüffel, Graphit. Konzentrierter, vielschichtiger, kraftvoller, eleganter Gaumen mit cremiger, dichter, dunkler Frucht, viel feinem Tannin, cremiger, voller Struktur, dichter, kräftiger, dunkler, vielfältiger, süsser Aromatik, sehr langer, dichter, voller Abgang mit vielen Rückaromen. 19/20 2030 – 2060“

- 97 Punkte, Wine Enthusiast (07/2024): „Pure berry fruit and cedar aromas, the wine has great purity. It is a straight line of freshness as well as black-currant fruits and ripe acidity. The wine is beautifully textured and firm at its core. Drink from 2028. Organic and biodynamic.“

- 96 Punkte Adrian van Velsen-vvWine.ch (05/2024): “Ugemein tiefgründig, kühler Kamin, dunkle Frucht, Johannisbeere, Pflaumen, florale Noten. Am Gaumen präzis, Massen von Tannin, wie aus dem Stein gemeisselt, fein mit der Frucht verwoben; Struktur, Präzision, Finesse, Druck, Länge. Ein grossartiger Pontet Canet, der zum Besten gehört, was der Jahrgnang zu bieten hat. 2028 bis 2045+“

- 95 Punkte DECANTER, Georgina Hindle: „Gorgeous fragrance on the nose, so perfumed and floral - really vibrant - you can smell the Cabernet and the Petit Verdot on the nose. Juiciness straight away from a burst of high acidity focussed on blackcurrant and black cherry with both a fragrance, spice and minerality following. This really hits you square on - it's not opulent but it’s so fully flavoured, forward and upfront. Tannins are fine-grained but plentiful, they hold the structure and give the frame while the creaminess and freshness gives an expansive aspect to the palate. There's refinement and an aerial quality here despite the clear Pauillac power. The Cabernet fruit is in full shine mode, giving a eucalyptus, perfumed berry and black pepper touch. Structured and supple with grape and terroir characteristics. If you love Pontet, and classic Pauillac claret, this is an impressive reference point. Skilled winemaking from technical director Mathieu Bessonet. 4% Cabernet Franc completes the blend. Drinking Window 2026 – 2050“

- 95 Punkte Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider: „The wine opens with flowers, tobacco leaf, currants, herbs, and a touch of spice. Medium/full-bodied, elegant, refined, fresh, and vibrant, there is a gorgeous sense of purity to the red fruits along with vivid freshness and a touch of spice in the endnote. The wine is aging in a combination of 50% new, French oak, and 35% Amphora. The wine is a blend of 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 6% Petit Verdot and 4% Cabernet Franc. Drink from 2028-2055. Drink from 2028-2055.“

- 95 Punkte JAMES SUCKLING: „This is a very pretty 2021 with a solid, beautiful mid-palate and density. Juicy fruit, slightly chewy tannins and a savory finish. Hints of graphite. Drink or hold."