Chateau Pontet Canet 2012

The 2012 Pontet-Canet is composed of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet colored, it offers up scents of sauteed herbs, stewed red and black plums, and dried cherries, with touches of iron ore and unsmoked cigars. Medium-bodied, the palate has bright acidity and grainy tannins framing the bright red and black fruits preserve layers, finishing savory. This was the first year using concrete amphorae to age the wines.