Château Cantelys
Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan
Pessac-Léognan
2016
Vintage
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon
Where it is, October 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2021-2026), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2026, with a drinking horizon to 2032.
The ‘16 Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan.
Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan 2016 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from France.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan 2016 has a full body, balanced acidity, and moderate tannins.
The 2016 vintage
Château Cantelys' 2016 Pessac-Léognan is a Cabernet Sauvignon from France.
About Château Cantelys
Château Cantelys' Pessac-Léognan is a Cabernet Sauvignon from France.
From the cellar: pair with
Grilled ribeye with herb butter
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Braised lamb shanks with root vegetables
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Aged cheddar with walnut bread
The pairing leaves room for the wine's moderate tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan 2016?
Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan 2016 is a Cabernet Sauvignon from France.
What does Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan 2016 taste like?
Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan 2016 has a full body, balanced acidity, and moderate tannins.
When should Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan 2016 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2019-2032. Within that arc, the peak window is 2021-2026. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Château Cantelys Pessac-Léognan 2016?
Pair this wine with Grilled ribeye with herb butter; Braised lamb shanks with root vegetables; or Aged cheddar with walnut bread.