Once again, the chateau transcends the vintage & delivers a 2012 of remarkable purity & energy. Its definition & brilliance are absolutely fantastic, with a brightness of fruit & finesse of tannin which takes it to the summit. Another landmark. Pontet-Canet matured almost a third of the 2012 harvest in amphorae. Red fruits dominate the nose with a rather perfumed edge to the fruit almost masking the notes of violets. Redcurrant & violet character. The palate is full of spice & opulent fruit; like black cherry & cassis. It is beautifully balanced, the ripe tannins are well integrated & it has bracing acidity. It is an elegant style of red wine that will be impressive for a good few more years to come.