Pontet Canet - Pauillac 2009 750ML non-sitewide It has a firm backbone

It has a firm backbone and vivid acidity which highlights the fruit in the flavorful

with aromas of vanilla and creme blurred

There are certainly citrus flavours in the mix but also savoury tones

and at the time of this tasting

Pontet Canet - Pauillac 2009 750ML non-sitewide It has a firm backboneDeep garnet in color, the 2009 Pontet Canet slips sensuously from the glass with opulent scents of crme de cassis, baked plums and Black Forest cake plus suggestions of Chinese five spice, potpourri, oolong tea and menthol. Full bodied, rich, spicy and oh so decadent in the mouth, it has a fantastically velvety frame and seamless freshness, finishing very long.