Chateau Pontet-Canet, Pauillac, France 2022 Alexander Valley Very firm and chalky tannins

Very firm and chalky tannins on the palate with a medium to full body and a lengthy yet elegantly rendered finish

and chocolate

but remains fresh and vivid

iron and terra cotta aromas follow through to a medium to full body with graphite

a slight hint of caramelization as well as an imperceptible hint of chocolate

Chateau Pontet-Canet, Pauillac, France 2022 Alexander Valley Very firm and chalky tanninsA Fifth Growth of Pauillac, biodynamically farmed and one of the most consistent overperformers in Bordeaux. The 2022 Pontet Canet is profound and vibrant, with cassis, graphite, iodine, sweet tobacco and crushed stone over massive yet refined, natural tannins. James Suckling 99 points.