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Jeb Dunnuck
Robert Parker Wine Advocate
Vinous
2022 Chateau Canon, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France
Nestled in the Saint Émilion limestone plateau, Château Canon is an emblematic estate that benefits from an outstanding terroir, which entitled it to Premier Grand Crus Classé status in 1954.
2022 Chateau Canon
The château overlooks a gentle slope where vines have been grown for thousands of years. The vineyard is surrounded by walls that stretch as far as the Saint Émilion village.
The enthusiastic winemaking team does their utmost to reflect Canon’s superb terroir and produce wines of great finesse and complexity.
In keeping with the House of Chanel, who have owned the château since 1996, Château Canon epitomises a style that is timeless, elegant and always fashionable.
AREA UNDER VINE: 34 hectares (24 hectares designated to Château Canon, Premier Grand Cru Classé 10 hectares designated to Croix Canon, the second wine of Château Canon)
Alcohol ABV: 14.5%
Sweetness: Dry
Acidity pH: 3.5
Blend: 75% Merlot & 25% Cabernet Franc
Maturation: Oaked
Oak Type: French
Harvest date: 30 August - 22 September
Closure Type: Cork
Winemaking
In the vineyard and cellar, winegrowers and workers apply the most meticulous methods. The teams’ guiding principle is precise plot-by-plot-management, and grape selection is further refined by manual sorting. The gravity-flow fermenting room makes it possible to manipulate the grapes very gently.
Ageing
18 months with 50% new oak including four tuns.
Producer Tasting Notes
It has everything. Sophistication and substance, scale and restraint, and that Emestone signature. One subtle common thread is the freshness in which the vintage's density is rooted and budt. The first touches are floral, reminiscent of spring flowers md daffodils. These are paired with juicy, pleasingly deep red fruit notes. On the palate, the wine blooms harmoniously, showcasing mastery of a perfectty accomplished village. Cherry rubs shoulders with grapefruit in vibrant Style. The Silky texture seems to coat an electrifiying core. These sensations linger, extendng the tasting experience. The wine remains just right, with an unwavering grip.