Château Canon 2011

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Canon 2011

Tasting

Nose
The nose reveals intense black fruit aromas such as blackcurrant and black cherry, accompanied by spicy notes of white pepper and subtle touches of dark chocolate.

Palate
In the mouth, this wine stands out for its power and straightness.

Food and wine pairings

This great Saint-Émilion wine will pair perfectly with grilled red meats, duck breast or even stewed dishes like a game stew.

Service and aging

To fully appreciate the Château Canon 2011, a decanting of one hour is recommended.

A great Saint-Émilion combining power and elegance

The property

Nestled on the limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, the Château Canon has been writing its history since 1760, when the privateer Jacques Kanon became its owner. Acquired by Maison Chanel in 1996, the estate has since undergone a vast restructuring, both of the vineyard and the infrastructure. Classified as a Premier Grand Cru of Saint-Émilion, it has been managed since 2015 by Nicolas Audebert, who is also in charge of Rauzan-Ségla for the Chanel group. Château Canon today embodies one of the major references of its appellation, praised for the finesse and elegance of its wines.

The vineyard

Spread over 32 hectares, 20 of which are in one piece, the Château Canon vineyard occupies a privileged position on the limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, facing south/southwest. Located at 87 meters above sea level, it benefits from excellent natural ventilation, while the ancient walls that border its plots offer precious protection against spring frosts.

The vintage

The year 2011 was marked by a winter with very low rainfall, followed by a warm, dry and sunny spring. The summer was characterized by radiant days, punctuated by beneficial storms for the vine. The autumn, first mild then warm, allowed for optimal ripening of the grapes. The harvest took place from September 13 to 16 for the merlot and September 16 and 17 for the cabernet franc, under ideal conditions.

Vinification and aging

The vinification of Château Canon 2011 is carried out parcel by parcel, with gravity-fed vatting in double-walled, thermoregulated stainless steel truncated vats. The flow is also done by gravity. Malolactic fermentation is carried out for a third in new barrels and two thirds in vats. The aging extends over 18 months with 70% new French oak barrels, with medium or medium-long heating.

Blend

Château Canon 2011 is composed of 70% merlot and 30% cabernet franc, a classic blend for this grand cru of Saint-Émilion. The grapes are hand-picked and in crates, then undergo rigorous sorting to select only the most beautiful fruits.