Château Pontet Saint Brice 2020

Château Pontet Saint Brice 2020

$76.00

A rich, complex wine from 30-year-old vines on 36 hectares, grown using sustainable methods. It features a deep purple color with notes of ripe and black fruits, chocolate, toast, and mocha. Traditional vinification and 6 to 8 months of aging in French oak enhance its complexity and finesse.

 

The Vineyard & Vinification

A 7-hectare vineyard thriving on gravel soils, cultivated with a commitment to sustainable wine-growing practices. Grapes are harvested at peak maturity and meticulously selected using an optical sorting table. The winemaking process includes complete destemming, extended maceration, and traditional vinification, all managed with precise electronic temperature control and regulation.

 

Rating

Andreas Larsson: 90/100

J. Suckling (JS): 90/100

Gold medal 2024 at the Challenge International du Vin

Silver Medal 2022 Concours Paris

Silver Medal 2023 at the Concours Bruxelles

Silver Medal 2022 at the Féminalise Competition

Silver medal 2022 at the Elle à Table Competition

 

Tasting Notes
A captivating deep purple hue introduces this wine, offering an inviting nose of jammy black fruits, hints of fresh aromas, and delicate spices. On the palate, it reveals a generous, full-bodied, and velvety texture, balanced by a vibrant structure and tension. The finish is clean, with a persistent fruity resonance.

 

Technical

Blend: 70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon

Age of the Wine: 35 years

Appellation: Lussac-Saint-Emilion

From Bordeaux, France