I was shocked by how backward the 1996 Pontet-Canet was on the three occasions I tasted it in January. This wine possesses superb potential but it appears a decade's worth of patience will be necessary. The color is a...

This is an excellent 1996 with licorice, spice, fruits, nutmeg and currants. It's full to medium body, with very fine tannins and a long silky finish. It's drinking so well tonight. Hanging at home and just enjoying a...