2022 Chateau Pontet-Canet 6 bottles case

The 2022 Château Pontet-Canet is a profound expression of Pauillac, produced by a Fifth Growth estate that has risen to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Firsts. Founded in the 18th century by Jean-François de Pontet and later expanded by the Canet family, the property has, under the stewardship of Alfred Tesseron, become a pioneer of biodynamic viticulture in Bordeaux. Its commitment to natural balance and vineyard biodiversity has earned it worldwide admiration and a unique identity among the great châteaux of the Médoc.

The 2022 vintage is composed of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Petit Verdot. A warm, dry season yielded small berries of remarkable concentration, carefully harvested by hand and vinified parcel by parcel. Ageing took place in a mix of new French oak barrels, amphorae, and seasoned casks, ensuring a balance of energy, purity, and refinement that defines Pontet-Canet’s modern style.

In the glass, the wine presents an opaque purple hue and a captivating bouquet of blackcurrant, blueberry, and ripe plum, interwoven with violet, peony, and crushed rose. Secondary and tertiary aromas reveal graphite, cedar, cocoa, tobacco, truffle, and hints of warm spice. On the palate, it is powerful yet poised, with a core of dense fruit wrapped in velvety tannins, a line of vibrant freshness, and a finish of exceptional length marked by mineral precision.

Critics have acclaimed the 2022 Château Pontet-Canet as one of the vintage’s most thrilling wines, praising its intensity, purity, and ageing potential of several decades. It is a true testament to the estate’s vision—uniting Pauillac strength with biodynamic harmony, and a must-have for collectors seeking both authenticity and grandeur.