scorched earth (not terribly dissimilar from a top Pessac-Leognan such as La Mission Haut-Brion)

which can benefit from aging but can also be enjoyed now after a little decanting

It is an ideal wine for special dinners and for those seeking a grand and characterful Bordeaux with mature depth

The vintage appears concentrated

Chateau Canon, Saint-Emilion, 2023, 75cl Format:6 x 75cl scorched earth (not terribly dissimilarWafting from the glass with aromas of mulberries and raspberries mingled with spices, rose petals, licorice and violets, the 2023 Canon is another brilliant wine from a property whose excellence can almost be taken for granted. Medium to full bodied, deep and layered, it's seamless and concentrated, its vibrant core of fruit framed by sweet, powdery tannins and girdled by lively acids, concluding with a long, mineral finish. William Kelley, The Wine