Château Canon 1970

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Canon 1970

Tasting

Nose
Aromatic freshness dominated by red fruits and notes of kirsch. With aeration, echoes of cedar and caramel reveal the venerable age of this wine.

Palate
Quite firm structure, with a very beautiful texture. The palate still presents a beautiful freshness.

Service and aging

Château Canon 1970 is a wine that has reached its full maturity. To be served between 16 and 18°C after decanting for an hour to reveal all its aromatic nuances.

An exceptional Saint-Émilion enhanced by time

The property

Nestled on the limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, 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 1970 began with a mild winter, followed by a spring marked by late growth due to bad weather. Flowering began on June 11 under pleasant climatic conditions. The summer proved to be very hot, punctuated by a few storms, allowing for optimal ripening of the grapes. The harvest took place from September 24 to October 10, with a yield of 37 hl/ha.

Blend

Merlot and cabernet franc, according to the traditional varietal composition of Saint-Émilion.