2016 Château Canon

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Château Canon shares its roots with a prestigious family estate on Bordeaux's Right Bank. Since the 18th century, the estate has been in the hands of owners dedicated to fine Saint-Émilion wines. Situated on clay-limestone soils, the vineyard benefits from Dordogne influences and enjoys a microclimate with warm days and cool nights – ideal for slow ripening.

grapes, harvest and vinification of Château Canon 2016

The 2016 vintage is primarily Merlot with a touch of Cabernet Franc for structure. Harvest took place under optimal conditions on warm, dry late summer days. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks, followed by aging for 18 to 20 months in oak barrels (approximately 50% new). This approach achieves a balance of ripe fruit, vanilla notes, and subtle tannins.

characteristics in color, smell and taste

The color is deep red with purple hues, fresh yet powerful. The nose reveals ripe cherries, plum, a delicate spice, and a hint of truffle. The palate combines elegant tannins with juicy berry aromas, hints of cocoa and licorice, and a lingering finish with fresh acidity. Sommeliers praise the refined texture and ageing potential of this vintage.

development and storage potential

Since the 2016 vintage is now over nine years old but not yet 15, it's exciting to see how this dynamism and complexity will deepen in the coming years. The wine already displays charm and balance, and sommeliers and collectors are enjoying its evolution.

insights from critics

Rumors point to high scores from leading journalists like Parker/Wine Advocate, Suckling, and Vinous – they generally praise the ripeness and finesse of this vintage. Reviews note subtle complexity and durability, making Château Canon 2016 an attractive choice for both consumption and long-term investment.

Château Canon 2016 deserves a place in the cellar of every serious collector. For sommeliers, it offers harmony with dishes such as grilled red meat and earthy star cream sauces. For investors: stable value accumulation and limited availability make it attractive.

shipping of hidden cellar wines

We'll include your Hidden Cellar wines with our regular orders (on average every two months). You can also choose Express Delivery. In that case, we'll send the wines directly, which only takes 1-2 weeks. Wines with the Hidden Cellar label must be ordered separately and cannot be combined with our 4,500 regular wines.