“1999 was an early ripening and abundant vintage of good quality although rain at harvest time contributed to irregular results depending on the estate. 1999, here has already aged and is very aromatic and more-ish. Pleasantly fragrant, it is supple on the palate and close to its best.”
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Alain Chameyrat, critic, 2012 Bettane & Desseauve Guide
Château Pontet Fumet 1999 – Magnum
55.80€
Additional Information
Packaging | Magnum – Wooden Case |
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Vineyard Origins | 15th century, acquired in 2008 by Philippe Bardet |
Surface Area | 17 ha |
Soils types | Sand, clay and gravel |
Average age of the vines | 34 years |
Grape varieties | |
Planting density | 6,000 vines per hectare |
Tillage | Natural permanent grass cover crop |
Yield | |
Cultivation | Integrated farming and sustainable production, certified High Environmental Value and Iso 14001 |
Selection | Unique grape screening technology |
Pre-fermentation soak | Gentle at low temperature |
Winemaking | The fruit is soaked gently in new-generation tanks in which the marc is immersed thereby enabling the extraction of silky tannins from the skins. |
Aged in barrels | 50% new barrels & 50% one-year-old barrels |