Chateau Pontet-Canet, Pauillac

Grand Cru Classé producers in the Pauillac area

featured in Vineyards & estates Updated 1 September 2022

This large estate located in Pauillac features a 81-hectares vineyard where Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot varieties grow surrounding a beautiful chateau.

The estate was created in the early 18th century by Jean-François de Pontet, royal governor of the Médoc, who combined several land plots around Pauillac. When the neighbouring vines of Canet were added by his descendants, it became one of the largest estates in the area. A century later, in 1855, it was included in the famous classification. The facilities were modernised in 1865 by the Cruse family. In 1975, it was bought by the Tesseron family, who own it today.

They cultivate their vines combining modern and traditional techniques, using horses instead of tractors. They produce a Grand Cru red wine, with classical characteristics, and a second red.

Visitor comments

"Château Pontet-Canet is a biodynamic winery, and as such, the tour offers a different perspective on the Médoc." - Trip Advisor
"Lucky enough to see several top wineries (Pichon Baron, Haut Brion, Lynch Bages....and this was the best tour by far. It was such a unique experience with the biodynamic approach they are using." - Trip Advisor
"Their 2009 was awarded 100 points by Robert Parker so they must be doing something correctly. Alice our guide was completely comfortable with all our questions and was a great tour guide." - Trip Advisor

When to come

Visits include a tour in a golf buggy around the vineyard and the winemaking facilities, finishing with a tasting of Grand Cru vintages. By appointment only.