Canon 1er Grand Cru Classé Saint-Emilion, 2021

Canon 1er Grand Cru Classé Saint-Émilion 2021 is a refined expression of one of Bordeaux’s most admired estates, blending Merlot and Cabernet Franc with precision and elegance. As a Grand Cru Classé from Saint-Émilion, it reflects both the pedigree of the appellation and the château’s long-standing reputation for producing wines of finesse, freshness, and depth.

Tasting Notes
The 2021 vintage is expected to show a polished, medium-to-full-bodied profile with a vivid, youthful colour and the classic Saint-Émilion balance of fruit and structure. Aromas typically lean toward red and dark berries, plum, violets, graphite, and subtle spice, with the Cabernet Franc adding freshness and aromatic lift. On the palate, Canon is known for its silky texture, precise tannins, and layered fruit framed by a mineral, slightly saline edge. The 2021 vintage should offer excellent clarity and poise, with the structure to age gracefully over the next 10–20 years, developing more complexity, earthiness, and secondary notes over time.

Production
Canon is sourced from carefully selected vineyards in Saint-Émilion, where clay and limestone soils help preserve freshness and lend the wine its signature tension and mineral character. The estate’s vineyards are worked with a strong focus on precision in the vineyard, and the grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness, typically by hand, to ensure only the best fruit is brought into the cellar. Vinification is carried out with great attention to detail, aiming to preserve purity of fruit, fine tannins, and the elegant balance that defines the château’s style.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with roasted lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, game birds, and dishes featuring mushrooms or truffle. It is best served at around 16–18°C, and decanting for 1–2 hours is recommended if opened young, to allow the aromas and structure to open fully.

Producer
Château Canon is one of the historic names of Saint-Émilion and has long been regarded as a benchmark for polished, terroir-driven Merlot-based Bordeaux. As a Premier Grand Cru Classé estate, it holds an important place in the region and is recognized for its consistency, precision, and elegance. Over the years, Canon has earned a reputation for producing wines that combine immediacy with excellent aging potential, making it one of the standout properties on the Right Bank.

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