Château Canon - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2008 6b11bd6ba9341f0271941e7df664d056

Wine Advocate

90 / 100

byRobert Parkerthe5/31/2011

Although reserved and shut down following bottling, the 2008 exhibits a dense plum/ruby/purple color, abundant tannin, an unmistakable minerality and a long finish despite its structured, backward, medium-bodied mouthfeel. Sweet blue and black fruits have to be coaxed from the glass. Cellar it for 5-7 years and enjoy it over the following 20-25. Drink 2016-2041

Wine Enthusiast

92 / 100

byRoger Vossthe4/1/2011

Solid and chunky, with firm tannins over the ripe black berry fruit. With its plentiful acidity and powerful tannins, this is going to be a long-term wine.

Jamessuckling.com

93 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe6/16/2010

A tight and firm Canon with blueberry, chalk and cedar aromas. Full to medium body, firm and racy. A salty undertone in the aftertaste. Better in 2019 but already fascinating.

Falstaff

88-90 / 100

the6/30/2009

Kräftiges Rubingranat, violette Randaufhellung. In der Nase verhalten, feine Jeidelbeerfrucht, zart floral, mineralische Nuancen. Am Gaumen saftig, frische Weichselfrucht, Orangen, angenehme Extraktsüße, gut integrierte Tannine, schokoladiger Nachhall, gute Länge, vielseitgier Speisenbegleiter.

Wein Wisser

17 / 20

byRené Gabrielthe5/26/2009

Trinkreife 2015-2028

Wine Advocate

90-93 / 100

byRobert Parkerthe4/30/2009

This appears to be the finest wine made under the relatively recent ownership of the Wertheimer brothers (who also own the haute couture house of Chanel). Sweet raspberry, blue fruit, crushed rock, and acacia flower characteristics are followed by a fresh, lively, full-bodied wine that offers an alliance of power, substance, and finesse. With good purity, texture, and length, this beauty will require patience as the tannins, while sweet and velvety, are noticeable. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2025.

La Revue du Vin de France

16-17 / 20

the4/28/2009

Après avoir totalement repris en main le vignoble, la propriété vient de démarrer une grande phase de travaux, avec une modernisation du cuvier qui devrait permettre, dès le prochain millésime, une meilleure gestion parcellaire au moment des vinifications. En attendant, le 2008 se montre ferme et doté d'une très belle trame. Issu d'un assemblage de 75% de merlot et 25% de cabernet franc, il est profond et élégant à la fois, avec des tanins très raffinés et beaucoup de longueur. Un très beau vin classique dans sa forme.

TAST

17 / 20

the4/23/2009

Délicat arôme de violette et de prune, à la pomerol, linéaire mais sans maigreur, racé, subtil, presque en demi-teinte, doté d’un tanin ultraraffiné. Il part comme d’habitude un peu lentement, mais à l’arrivée…

Wine Advocate

88-90 / 100

byNeal Martinthe4/22/2009

Reserved on the nose: a Saint Emilion that does not want to give much away. A little dark cherry and bergamot, a touch of cedar wood – a hint of mulberry with time. The palate is medium-bodied, slightly furry tannins, spice, black cherries, a touch of boysenberry leading to a “correct”, linear finish. It needs to coalesce in barrel and doubtlessly it will given the pedigree of this estate. Tasted April 2009.

Jean-Marc QUARIN

16,25-16,5 / 20

the4/22/2009

Belle couleur sombre, intensité normale. Nez frais avec une signature aromatique particulière au milieu des premiers grands crus classés de Saint-Emilion. Un mélange de framboise, de rose, de réglisse. Suave dès l'entrée en bouche, le vin offre beaucoup d'arôme et une grande qualité de toucher. Il est probable que la contrepartie de cette personnalité aromatique soit un corps moins démonstratif que d'autres. Le vin fond au palais avec grâce sur des tanins fins. Une persistance plus en arôme qu'en corps.

Jancis Robinson

17.50 / 20

byJancis Robinsonthe4/16/2009

Distinctly blue tinge. Very rich and sweet with polished texture. Modern style but without exaggeration. Attractive leafy aroma and zest. Not that big a wine but a well balanced one. Should drink well. Drink 2012-18

Decanter Magazine

17.50 / 20

byJames Lawther MWthe4/14/2009

Elegance is the Canon hallmark and this is a fitting example - as good if not better than the 2005. Fragrant red berry fruit nose. Fine, supple weight and texture. Long, fresh finish. Harmonious. Drink 2015-2028.

Wine Spectator

89-92 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe4/6/2009

Fresh and floral, with berry and raspberry aromas. Medium- to full-bodied, with a solid core of ripe tannins and a licorice, berry and milk chocolate character. Displays a beautiful core of fruit.