The 1989 vintage for Bordeaux was one of notable merit, a year that bestowed upon the region fine weather and near-perfect harvesting conditions. At the forefront of this exceptional year is the 1989 Pontet Canet from Chateau Pontet Canet, a wine that distinctly encapsulates the virtues of its provenance. For discerning investors seeking entry into the echelons of Pauillac’s elite offerings, the 1989 Pontet Canet stands as a beacon of potential. This luminary vintage is a testament to the fertility of the estate’s gravel-rich terroir, magnified gloriously by an enduring summer sun.
Tasting notes:
The 1989 exhibits an impressive deep ruby/purple color, a highly scented nose of exceptionally ripe cassis fruit and licorice, full body, an excellent mid-palate, and a rich, intense, relatively tannic finish. Dark-ruby color. Very fresh aromas of blackberries and plums. Full-bodied and packed to the brim with fruit, adding fine yet slightly green tannins.
