The 2011 Canon is primarily Merlot blended with 25-30% Cabernet Franc from the estate’s 85 acres (now one of St.-Emilion’s largest properties since they have been purchasing adjacent parcels on the top of St.-Emilion’s limestone plateau). With 13.5% natural alcohol, the traditionally-styled 2011 possesses a deep ruby/purple color, sweet plum, black currant and mossy/forest floor-like notes, a hint of crushed chalk, and a medium-bodied, zesty finish displaying sweet tannin as well as vibrant acidity. This wine will require 2-4 years of cellaring and should drink well for 15 or more. 87-89 points

Deep rich garnet hue, one of the brightest ever seen at the estate. Clean nose of fruit, with floral touches and notes of cocoa and black fruits. The palate is back to its glorious former self . refine flesh, volume, lush ripe fruit and caressing tactile feel with wonderful nuances in the extraction of tannins. We can find a taste of Vosne-Romanée in its very unique style in Saint-Emilion. The elevage could well make it even mightier. A beauty – on a par with the 2010. 91 points

The Canon 2011 is a blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, picked from 7th until 17th September. One of Saint Emilion’s highlights, it has a lovely bouquet with wild strawberry and dark plum aromas that are very well defined and quite powerful in the context of the vintage. The palate is medium-bodied with saturated tannins, a silky smooth texture and a very composed, very pure finish that delicately caresses the mouth. The acidity is nigh on perfect, lending it a sense of weightlessness. This is a great 2011 and one of Saint Emilion’s top crus. 93-95 points