{"product_id":"chateau-pontet-canet-1996","title":"Château Pontet-Canet 1996","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must be 18 or over to purchase and receive this product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"LR5Y_W_content yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet 1996\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbskMG_root LR5Y_W_content yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Pontet-Canet | \u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pauillac, Bordeaux, France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1996 | \u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cinquième Cru Classé (Fifth Growth, 1855)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot, Cabernet Franc \u0026amp; Petit Verdot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015–2040+ | \u003cstrong\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe 1996 Château Pontet-Canet is a classic mature Pauillac, combining the estate’s naturally powerful style with the excellent Cabernet Sauvignon character of the vintage. The 1996 vintage was particularly successful in the Médoc, producing wines with freshness, structure and excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNow approaching three decades in bottle, this Pontet-Canet has developed beautifully layered complexity. Blackcurrant and cassis are complemented by cedar, graphite, tobacco and earthy savoury notes. The palate remains structured and focused, while the tannins have softened with age, giving the wine greater harmony and elegance without losing its Pauillac character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAromatic and complex, with cassis, blackcurrant and blackberry alongside cedar, cigar box, graphite, dried herbs and subtle earthy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull-bodied and well structured, with mature dark fruit, fresh acidity and beautifully integrated tannins. Savoury and mineral nuances add depth, while the Cabernet character provides excellent definition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong and persistent, with lingering notes of cassis, tobacco, cedar and graphite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eProducer Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eChâteau Pontet-Canet is a historic Pauillac estate located close to some of the appellation’s most renowned properties. Classified as a Fifth Growth in the 1855 Classification, the château is known for producing powerful, distinctive wines with impressive longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe estate has become particularly celebrated for its later adoption of biodynamic viticulture, but the 1996 represents an earlier chapter in Pontet-Canet’s history. With maturity, it offers a fascinating combination of classic Pauillac character and the depth that comes with extended bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eWine Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditional Bordeaux vinification followed by maturation in oak, allowing the wine’s Cabernet-led structure and fruit to integrate and develop complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 12.5–13%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMature and drinking beautifully now, with well-stored bottles capable of developing further tertiary complexity over the coming years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIdeal with \u003cstrong\u003eroast lamb, côte de bœuf, beef fillet, venison and roast game\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its mature savoury character also works particularly well with \u003cstrong\u003emushrooms, truffle dishes, slow-cooked beef and aged hard cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","offers":[{"title":"750ml \/ 24","offer_id":54769119625549,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0847\/5846\/2797\/files\/DSC_0584.jpg?v=1790164763","url":"https:\/\/sandersonwineconsultancy.com\/products\/chateau-pontet-canet-1996","provider":"Sanderson Wine Consultancy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}