The 2009 vintage in Bordeaux is celebrated for its warm, dry growing season, producing wines with powerful fruit intensity and plush texture.
On the nose, this Canon reveals generous aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant and dark plum, framed by floral notes, spice and subtle cigar box nuances.
The fruit is ripe yet balanced by precise aromatic definition.
On the palate, the wine is full-bodied with a concentrated core of fruit and refined tannic structure. A mineral thread and vibrant acidity underlie the richness, leading to a long, elegant finish with savoury complexity.
Grape Varieties
75% Merlot
25% Cabernet Franc
Vinification
Hand-harvested grapes, sorted with precision, with gravity-filled fermentation in stainless steel vats.
Malolactic fermentation in barrel and vat, preserving balance and structure.
Ageing
Aged approximately 18–20 months in French oak, with a high proportion of new barrels for structure and complexity.
