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Chateau Canon Saint-Émilion Grand Cru 1988
S$340.00
A timeless expression of Saint-Émilion elegance with graceful maturity
The 1988 Château Canon Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a beautifully aged Right Bank Bordeaux that reflects the charm of a classic vintage. Offering delicate aromas of dried red fruits, leather, cedar, and earthy undertones, this wine displays a silky texture with refined tannins and lingering notes of tobacco and spice. Now at its peak, it reveals the finesse and balance that Château Canon is celebrated for—an excellent choice for lovers of mature Bordeaux seeking complexity and depth.
Ratings: WS: 90 | RP: 89
Quantity
Only 1 left in stock
Wine Information
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Type: Red
Winery: Chateau Canon
Vintage: 1988
Size: 0.75
Tasting Notes
Offers an elegant expression of aged Bordeaux charm. On the nose, it reveals aromas of dried red fruits, leather, tobacco, and earthy forest floor. The palate is silky and balanced, with softened tannins and flavors of ripe cherry, plum, and hints of cedar and spice. A long, graceful finish leaves lingering notes of cigar box and mineral freshness, showcasing the wine’s finesse and maturity.
Pairings
Oasted lamb, duck breast, aged ribeye steak, or game meats like venison. For cheese, try aged Comté or Gruyère. Earthy mushroom dishes and truffle-based recipes also beautifully complement its mature, savory character.
Decant
30 to 45 minutes is recommended. This allows the wine to open up and release its complex tertiary aromas without risking the delicate, aged structure
Drinking Window
now to 2028. The wine is fully mature, offering its best complexity and balance
Note
This bottle has a minor label imperfection, which doesn’t affect the wine’s quality or taste. For details, please refer to the photos.
