Elegant, beautifully structured and wonderfully complex, Château Canon 2010 is an outstanding Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé from one of Bordeaux's most celebrated vintages.
Combining the richness and concentration of the exceptional 2010 growing season with the remarkable finesse of Château Canon's limestone terroir, this distinguished wine offers captivating layers of ripe black cherry, dark plum, blackberry, violet, cedar and delicate spice.
Its beautifully refined tannins, vibrant freshness, and distinctive mineral character create a harmonious, sophisticated expression of Right Bank Bordeaux.
Now entering an exciting stage of maturity, Château Canon 2010 offers the opportunity to enjoy a magnificent vintage as its youthful power begins to evolve into greater elegance and complexity.
Producer: Château Canon
Region: Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France
Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé B
Vintage: 2010
Grapes: Predominantly Merlot with Cabernet Franc
Style: Full-Bodied Dry Red Wine
Terroir: Limestone Plateau of Saint-Émilion
Oak Maturation: Approximately 18 Months in French Oak
Nose: Beautifully expressive and complex, revealing aromas of ripe black cherry, dark plum, and blackberry, with delicate violet, cedar, tobacco, and subtle notes of graphite. With aeration, hints of truffle, cocoa and earthy spice emerge.
Palate: Rich, beautifully layered and wonderfully balanced, with flavors of ripe black cherries, dark berries and plum unfolding alongside notes of licorice, cedar, dark chocolate and gentle spice. Distinctive limestone minerality adds precision and elegance.
Structure: Full-bodied yet beautifully poised, with fine-grained tannins, refreshing acidity and a harmonious balance between ripe fruit and refined oak.
Finish: Long, elegant and persistent, with lingering dark fruit, delicate florals, earthy complexity and a subtle mineral freshness.
Situated on the prestigious limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion, Château Canon is one of Bordeaux's most distinguished Right Bank estates.
The property has a remarkable history dating back to the 18th century and has been owned by the Wertheimer family, proprietors of Chanel, since 1996.
Under their stewardship, Château Canon has undergone extensive investment in its vineyards, cellars and winemaking facilities, further elevating its reputation among the finest wines of Saint-Émilion.
The estate's exceptional limestone soils contribute to its distinctive style, producing wines celebrated for their elegance, freshness, aromatic complexity and extraordinary aging potential.
Unlike some of the more powerful and opulent wines of Saint-Émilion, Château Canon is particularly admired for its precision, restraint and refined expression of terroir.
The 2010 Bordeaux vintage is widely regarded as one of the greatest of the modern era, celebrated for its remarkable concentration, freshness and exceptional aging potential.
A dry growing season, warm days and cool nights allowed the grapes to develop outstanding ripeness while retaining vibrant acidity.
At Château Canon, these conditions produced a wine with impressive structure and depth, concentrated dark fruit, beautifully defined tannins, and the characteristic mineral precision of the estate's limestone terroir.
The 2010 vintage offers a magnificent balance between richness and elegance, making it one of the most compelling expressions of Château Canon from this period.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 94/100
James Suckling: 95/100
Wine Spectator: 93/100
An impressive set of scores that reflect the quality and refinement of this exceptional vintage.
2020–2040
Château Canon 2010 is now entering a particularly rewarding stage of maturity, with its youthful concentration gradually giving way to greater aromatic complexity and refinement.
For those who appreciate the balance between vibrant fruit and developing tertiary character, we recommend enjoying it between 2026 and 2035.
With careful cellaring, the wine should continue to evolve beautifully towards 2040, potentially longer under ideal storage conditions.
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Decanting: Approximately 60–90 minutes before serving.
A wonderful companion to elegant meat dishes, particularly roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, veal, venison and slow-braised short ribs.
Its refined tannins and earthy complexity also complement wild mushroom risotto, black truffle dishes, roasted root vegetables and mature cheeses.
For a particularly memorable pairing, enjoy alongside roast rack of lamb with rosemary and a rich red wine reduction.
A magnificent expression of Saint-Émilion, combining the power of the legendary 2010 vintage with the elegance and mineral precision of Château Canon.
This outstanding wine offers beautifully layered dark cherries, ripe plum, violet, cedar, and subtle earthy spice, supported by refined tannins and a long, sophisticated finish.
Château Canon's appeal lies in its remarkable balance. Even in a powerful vintage such as 2010, the wine retains a freshness and finesse that distinguish the finest limestone-grown Saint-Émilion.
Compared with more opulent Right Bank Bordeaux, Château Canon offers a more restrained, classical expression, making it especially attractive to those who appreciate elegance and complexity over sheer power.
We particularly recommend it for serious Bordeaux enthusiasts, elegant dining occasions, and collectors seeking a beautifully mature Saint-Émilion from one of the great vintages.
A distinguished wine that is drinking beautifully today while retaining excellent potential for further development.
Perfect For: Fine Dining • Bordeaux Collectors • Special Celebrations • Mature Wine Enthusiasts • Luxury Gifting
