TN: 2015 Château Pontet-Canet (France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Pauillac)

Dale_McClaran · December 9, 2018, 6:21pm

2015 Château Pontet-Canet - France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Pauillac (12/9/2018)
Decanted 8 hrs. From the first sniff it was obvious this was going to be a special experience, and it delivered, big time. The aromatics were divine, and very open for business; it sports all the classic Left Bank traits – Cassis, raspberry, floral scents buffered nicely against some deep soil tones as this is a Cabernet nose at its absolute best. The magic here was simple, while the palate continued the exuberance of the nose, and tracked equal characteristics too, the weight was light as a feather. Seamless as a Cashmere sweater, I cannot ever recall drinking a red that I was so enthralled with its textural qualities. Sticks the landing to appease even the cranky French Judge with a late, impeccably timed acidic note that adds the perfect cleansing finish. At this level, $115 is a steal. (97 pts.)

Michael_S_Monie · December 9, 2018, 6:53pm

It’s $130 and $65 for the 375’s locally, but sounds like it’s still worth the price.

Kirk.Grant · December 9, 2018, 9:58pm

Still sitting on the 2005’s but really happy to hear that it’s another stellar vintage from this producer. Awesome to hear that it’s readily available in 375ml

Dale_McClaran · December 10, 2018, 1:03am

Kirk, I too have some 05’s but they pretty much snarl at me for even looking in their direction. The 15 is pretty open for business if you get a chance to try one.

YLee · December 10, 2018, 6:44pm

Thanks Dale for the TN. Got mine at $98. Maybe I will buy a half to taste.