Lot 89
CHÂTEAU LYNCH-BAGES 2006 (3) WA 93
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2002 (2)
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2003 (2) WS 94 WA 95+
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2005 (1 MAG.) WS 96 WA 97
Lot 89 Details
CHÂTEAU LYNCH-BAGES 2006 (3)
Pauillac. 5ième Cru Classé
3 x scraped labels.
WA 93
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2002 (2)
Pauillac. 5ième Cru Classé
2 x scuffed labels.
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2003 (2)
Pauillac. 5ième Cru Classé
The spectacular 2003 Pontet Canet is still incredibly young and vigorous. This full-bodied classic boasts a dense purple color as well as a superb nose of graphite, creme de cassis, forest floor, licorice and a hint of truffles, low acidity, and extravagant richness. Most of the tannins have been resolved in this superstar of the vintage. It should continue to drink well for 10-15+ years. Issue date 27 August 2014 Drink: 2014-2029 WS 94 WA 95+
CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2005 (1 mag.)
Pauillac. 5ième Cru Classé
scuffed label.
The palate is medium-bodied, but dense and structured—certainly a more masculine Pontet-Canet built for long-term ageing. Yet it retains marvelous freshness and vitality all the way through to the pencil-lead, quite saline finish. I suspect that the 2009 Pontet-Canet is more approachable than the 2005, so heeding Robert Parker's sage advice, afford this up to ten years in your cellar and then reap the rewards of patience. Tasted February 2016. Drink Date 2025-2050 WS 96 WA 97