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Chateau Pontet Canet 2025

SKU: CHPC202510 UCAU

$188.99

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Once a quiet Fifth Growth, Château Pontet-Canet has risen to cult status under Alfred Tesseron’s visionary leadership, earning First Growth-level acclaim from top critics.

As one of the first Bordeaux estates to adopt biodynamics, and with winemaker Mathieu Bessonnet at the helm, it crafts powerful yet refined Pauillac wines praised for their purity and longevity.

En Primeur Offer - Secure Bordeaux’s most sought-after wines before they’re bottled. This exclusive pre-release offers early access to top estates. Wines are expected to land in Australia by late 2028.

Critic Scores

100 // The Wine Advocate

"A blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot that weighs in at 13.3% alcohol, the 2025 Pontet-Canet is one of the finest wines this estate has produced. Wafting from the glass with aromas of sweet cassis, wild berries and plums mingled with notions of violet and burning embers, it's full-bodied, ample and velvety, with a degree of structural polish and sensuality that is rare in the Médoc, ripe acids and a long, penetrating finish. Over the last handful of years, technical director Mathieu Bessonnet and his team have revitalized Pontet-Canet's vineyards with well-timed soil work and precise phytosanitary treatments; and since 2023, the careful use of "pieds de cuve" in the winery, along with early blending, more refined barrel choices and cooler temperatures in the chai—plus more precise bottling practices—have conspired to take this estate to new heights of quality and consistency. In 2025, the team formed lower-than-usual "ponts" (whereby the canopies of adjacent vines are braided together in an arch) to retain denser foliage to protect the fruiting zone from sunshine, and they waited to pick late in pursuit of full maturity in Cabernet Sauvignon, finishing on September 23. The result is one of the wines of the vintage. - 98 to 100 Points(more...)"

98 // Falstaff

"Deep, dark ruby garnet, opaque core, violet reflections, delicate rim brightening. Subtle aromas of candied violets, black cherries, a touch of nougat, an inviting hint of precious wood, a multifaceted bouquet. Juicy, elegant, ripe Morello cherries, fine extract sweetness, ripe, silky tannins, fresh structure, mineral, blackberry jam on the finish, a refined, harmonious style. - Peter Moser"

98 // James Suckling

"A precise and beautiful wine with total integration of the fruit and polished tannins that give a caressing and seductive mouthfeel. It’s medium-bodied with lovely fruit, a gentle nature and an overall softness and gorgeousness. Yet structured. - 97 to 98 Points - James Suckling"

98 // Vinous

"The 2025 Pontet-Canet is a wine of exquisite class. Silky, aromatic and vibrant, the 2025 is all finesse. Crushed red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal and a gentle hint of spice are all wonderfully knit together. Pontet-Canet is one of the more refined, sublimely beautiful wines of the year. This could turn out even better than my note suggests. Tasted two times. 96 to 98+ - Antonio Galloni"

Product Details

Red

2025

Cabernet Blend

Chateau Pontet Canet

Pauillac, Bordeaux, France

15 Plus Years

Cork

14.5%

750ml (Bottle)

En Premier

En Primeur
Delivery Late 2028

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Description
Château Pontet-Canet 2025 marks the remarkable transformation of a once overlooked Fifth Growth into one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated estates. Guided by Alfred Tesseron’s visionary leadership, this Pauillac property has attained cult status, frequently garnering critical acclaim on par with First Growth classifications from renowned global wine critics.

A pioneer in biodynamic viticulture, Château Pontet-Canet embraces sustainable farming practices that foster soil health and boost vine vitality. These efforts result in wines of extraordinary purity and complexity. Under the expert direction of winemaker Mathieu Bessonnet, the 2025 vintage promises a sophisticated balance of power and elegance, characterized by the estate’s hallmark rich tannins, vibrant fruit layers, and impressive aging potential.

The 2025 vintage benefits from exceptional growing conditions in Pauillac, a region famed for producing some of Bordeaux’s most structured and age-worthy red wines. The gravelly soils and meticulous vineyard management contribute to a wine of profound depth, finesse, and distinctive terroir expression.

This exclusive En Primeur offer presents a rare opportunity to secure one of Bordeaux’s most coveted wines prior to bottling, often with attractive pre-release pricing. Anticipated to arrive in Australia by late 2028, this release offers early access to a future classic from an iconic estate.

Château Pontet-Canet 2025 exemplifies the synergy of innovation, tradition, and excellence in Bordeaux winemaking, delivering a powerful yet refined Pauillac with unmatched purity, longevity, and prestige.

Once a quiet Fifth Growth, Château Pontet-Canet has risen to cult status under Alfred Tesseron’s visionary leadership, earning First Growth-level acclaim from top critics.

As one of the first Bordeaux estates to adopt biodynamics, and with winemaker Mathieu Bessonnet at the helm, it crafts powerful yet refined Pauillac wines praised for their purity and longevity.

En Primeur Offer - Secure Bordeaux’s most sought-after wines before bottling. This exclusive pre-release offers early access to top estates often at favourable pricing. Wines are expected to land in Australia by late 2028.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Blackberry, Earthy, Spice

Palate:

Blackberry, Plum, Spice

Tasting Notes

Description

Château Pontet-Canet 2025 marks the remarkable transformation of a once overlooked Fifth Growth into one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated estates. Guided by Alfred Tesseron’s visionary leadership, this Pauillac property has attained cult status, frequently garnering critical acclaim on par with First Growth classifications from renowned global wine critics.

A pioneer in biodynamic viticulture, Château Pontet-Canet embraces sustainable farming practices that foster soil health and boost vine vitality. These efforts result in wines of extraordinary purity and complexity. Under the expert direction of winemaker Mathieu Bessonnet, the 2025 vintage promises a sophisticated balance of power and elegance, characterized by the estate’s hallmark rich tannins, vibrant fruit layers, and impressive aging potential.

The 2025 vintage benefits from exceptional growing conditions in Pauillac, a region famed for producing some of Bordeaux’s most structured and age-worthy red wines. The gravelly soils and meticulous vineyard management contribute to a wine of profound depth, finesse, and distinctive terroir expression.

This exclusive En Primeur offer presents a rare opportunity to secure one of Bordeaux’s most coveted wines prior to bottling, often with attractive pre-release pricing. Anticipated to arrive in Australia by late 2028, this release offers early access to a future classic from an iconic estate.

Château Pontet-Canet 2025 exemplifies the synergy of innovation, tradition, and excellence in Bordeaux winemaking, delivering a powerful yet refined Pauillac with unmatched purity, longevity, and prestige.

Once a quiet Fifth Growth, Château Pontet-Canet has risen to cult status under Alfred Tesseron’s visionary leadership, earning First Growth-level acclaim from top critics.
As one of the first Bordeaux estates to adopt biodynamics, and with winemaker Mathieu Bessonnet at the helm, it crafts powerful yet refined Pauillac wines praised for their purity and longevity.
En Primeur Offer - Secure Bordeaux’s most sought-after wines before bottling. This exclusive pre-release offers early access to top estates often at favourable pricing. Wines are expected to land in Australia by late 2028.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Blackberry, Earthy, Spice

Palate:

Blackberry, Plum, Spice

Chateau Pontet Canet

Chateau Pontet-Canet's roots date back to the early 18th century when Jean-Francois de Pontet, merged several vineyard plots into one. Years later, the estate was renamed when his descendants added vines from Canet to the holdings. Located in the Pauillac AOC of Bordeaux's left bank, Chateau Pontet-Canet is ranked as a Fifth Growth in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Guy Tesseron acquired in the estate in 1975 and today, his son Alfred and granddaughter Melanie manage the operations. Of the 80 hectares under vine, the average age is 40-45 years and all are certified organic and biodynamic. The soils, based on gravel, are lean and well drained, the best fit for Cabernet Sauvignon vines. Of the hectares planted, approximately 60% is to Cabernet, Merlot plantings equal 33% and the remaining land is home to Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. As a biodynamic producer, the Tesserons take their vineyards very seriously, intervening as little as possible in nurturing the fruit. Chemicals are banned and all the vines are hand-pruned to allow for optimal ventilation and sun exposure. In the winery, the fruit is treated to a gentle gravity-fed winemaking system.

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