{"product_id":"chateau-pontet-canet-2008","title":"Château Pontet-Canet 2008","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker Jr., Robert Parker, May 2011 - 96P\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA candidate for the “wine of the vintage,” Pontet Canet’s 2008 boasts an opaque purple color as well as copious aromas of sweet blueberries, blackberries and black currant fruit intertwined with lead pencil shavings, subtle barbecue smoke and a hint of forest floor. Full-bodied, with fabulous richness, texture and tremendous freshness, this first-growth-like effort is more developed than the uber-powerful 2010. Give it 5-8 years of cellaring and drink it over the following three decades. Bravo!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-fcyAHI hpPVPA\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-fcyAHI hpPVPA\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet is a prestigious wine estate located in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. Classified as a Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru Classé) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, it has gained recognition as one of the \"Super Seconds,\" often producing wines of exceptional quality that rival those of First Growths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli index=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory\u003c\/strong\u003e: Founded in the early 18th century by Jean-François de Pontet, the estate has changed hands several times, with significant renovations and improvements made under the ownership of the Tesseron family since 1975.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli index=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e: The estate spans approximately 81 hectares, primarily planted with Cabernet Sauvignon (62%), Merlot (32%), Cabernet Franc (4%), and Petit Verdot (2%). The vineyards are managed according to biodynamic principles, making it a leader in sustainable viticulture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli index=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e: Château Pontet-Canet employs innovative techniques and meticulous vineyard management to produce wines that are noted for their depth, fruit brightness, and harmony. The estate's commitment to quality has led to high acclaim from critics and collectors alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli index=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Leadership\u003c\/strong\u003e: The estate is currently managed by Justine Tesseron, following in the footsteps of her father Alfred Tesseron, who significantly enhanced the estate's reputation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sc-fcyAHI hpPVPA\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet is celebrated not only for its rich history but also for its modern approach to winemaking, making it a standout in the Bordeaux wine scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Pontet-Canet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50400861978890,"sku":"HSS268\/1062","price":1475.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/9273\/3194\/files\/PontetSQ.png?v=1730022837","url":"https:\/\/carlwandel.shop\/products\/chateau-pontet-canet-2008","provider":"Carl Wandel \u0026 Søn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}