Country: France

Region: Bordeaux - Pauillac

Vintage: 2010

Cépage: Cabernet Sauvignon (65%); Merlot (30%); Cabernet Franc (4%); Petit Verdot (1%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 100 (RP); 98 (JD); 100 (JS)

"The 2010 Pontet-Canet offers a very deep garnet color. Whoa—the nose explodes with a vast array of black fruit preserves and savory nuances: plum preserves, blackcurrant cordial, black cherry coulis and licorice with wafts of dried lavender, melted chocolate, charcuterie, black olives, truffles and camphor plus a hint of sandalwood. The full-bodied palate is completely filled with black fruits, exotic spices and earthy nuances with a firm foundation of ripe, grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing with epic length and depth. So much more expressive and seductive than a lot of 2010s at this stage, and yet it is still incredibly youthful!"

Lisa Perrotti-Brown (RP) - 05/20