2016 Château Pontet-Canet 12-Bottle Case OWC - Pauillac Masterpiece
The Epitome of 2016 Bordeaux Excellence
Experience the pinnacle of the extraordinary 2016 Bordeaux vintage with this 6-bottle Original Wooden Case (OWC) of Château Pontet-Canet.
The Wine - Château Pontet-Canet, Pauillac
- Classification: Fifth Growth
- Vintage: 2016
- Critics Scores: 98-100 points
- Presentation: 12-bottle Original Wooden Case (OWC)
2016 Vintage: A Year of Unparalleled Quality
The 2016 Bordeaux vintage is characterized by:
- Exceptional terroir expression
- Rich, ripe fruit core
- Fine, well-integrated tannins
- Vibrant acidity and freshness
- Lower alcohol levels than recent years
- Outstanding aging potential
Expert Perspectives
Antonio Galloni, Vinous (99 points)
"The 2016 Pontet-Canet is absolutely breathtaking. Powerful, ample and racy in the glass, the 2016 is one of the most exquisitely well-balanced young Pontet-Canets I can remember tasting."
Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate (98+ points)
"Full-bodied, rich, profoundly layered and powerfully fruited, the palate is built like a brick house, with very firm, super ripe, grainy tannins and harmonious freshness, finishing with incredible length and depth."
Tasting Profile
The 2016 Château Pontet-Canet reveals:
- Deep garnet-purple color
- Aromas of crème de cassis, blueberry pie, and Black Forest cake
- Notes of candied violets, hoisin, and chocolate mint
- Full-bodied with incredible concentration and power
- Firm, super ripe tannins balanced by harmonious freshness
- Exceptional length and depth on the finish
Impeccable Provenance
Meticulously sourced and stored:
- Acquired Ex Chateau En Primeur in 2017
- Released between June 2018 and March 2019
- Stored in optimal conditions
- Preserved in original, undisturbed wooden case
Exclusive Bonus
Each purchase includes an additional 750ml bottle of 2016 Carmes de Rieussec.
Authenticity Guaranteed
Perfect provenance, with complete traceability and optimal storage conditions. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Bordeaux history, perfectly capturing the exceptional 2016 vintage.
This 12-bottle OWC of 2016 Château Pontet-Canet represents a rare opportunity to own a significant piece of Bordeaux history, capturing the essence of an exceptional vintage from one of Pauillac's most esteemed estates.
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