THE PRODUCER
One of the poster boys for stylish and modern Saint-Emilion, and in the hands of
the Wertheimer brothers (who own Chanel) since 1996, Canon is all that is sexy
and seductive about this commune – exuding black fruits, crushed herbs and rocks
with hints of warm spices; this is a totally alluring wine.

Canon has 1er Grand Cru Classe B status and the 34 hectares of vineyards are
located in the heart of Saint-Emilion, occupying most of the limestone plateau
west of the village, but also with vineyards in the clay and alluvial rich soils
further down slope. Typically, the wine is a blend of 55% Merlot and 45%
Cabernet Franc, which is aged for an average of 18 months in up to 70% new oak
barrels. Canon is widely known to be one of best producers in the Libournais and
usually the wines start being ready to drink at around 10-15 years old.

THE WINE

Fruit for Canon’s Grand Vin is derived from, on average, 30-year-old vines
growing on Saint-Emilion’s limestone plateau, although with some old vines
dating back to the 1930s. The blend varies with vintage conditions but usually
includes up to 70% Merlot complemented with Cabernet Franc. Fermentation takes
place in stainless steel tanks and is followed by ageing for 18 months in up to
70% new oak barrels.

A wine of opulence, with ripe black berry fruit, spice and liquorice complexity,
Canon’s palate has generous texture yet with a certain mineral freshness that
leads into the long succulent length.

INFORMATION
Type:RedVintage:2010Country:FranceRegion:Bordeaux Right BankSub region:
Saint-EmilionGrape:75% Merlot & 25% Cabernet FrancStyle:Savory & Classic
Sweetness:DryABV:15%Drinking window:2016 - 2052Size:750mlFood match:Beef &
Venison

CRITICS SCORES
We choose our wines based on a range of criteria(seehow we choose our wines)of
which critic scores is justone. Rather than simply highlight the best score to
promote a wine, our average critic score is calculated from the scores provided
by several respected wine critics, who we follow for specific regions. They do
not represent all critic scores and, wherever possible, we try and give more
weight to more recent reviews. Where appropriate we consider market-based scores
like Global Wine Score or Wine Searcher Average scores.

As a rule, we look to offer wines that achieve a92/100average critic score or
better and frankly a lot of very good wines simply don’t make the cut. As a
high-end provider we want to reflect that positioning in the quality of wines we
offer. Such wines are only a tiny fraction of those generally on offer in the
market. We believe that an average score is a more conservative and
representative approach, but it is still subjective and only offered as a guide
to our customers, who will (and should) do their own research. We will add
individual critic scores to our website in the future.