{"product_id":"2019-croix-canon-saint-emilion-grand-cru-750ml","title":"2019 Croix Canon Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 750ml","description":"\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCroix Canon expresses a distinct Saint-Émilion terroir through Château Canon’s second wine. The 2019 combines Merlot’s generous plum and cherry fruit with the structure and aromatic detail of Cabernet Franc, offering a polished Bordeaux red with freshness and a mineral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine comes from a dedicated site formerly belonging to Château Matras, below the Saint-Émilion plateau. Made by the Canon team, it is an individual expression of place rather than simply a lesser version of the grand vin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 season began with a mild winter and cool spring, followed by an exceptionally hot, dry summer. Fine early-autumn weather gave way to some rain in late September. Croix Canon’s blend is 77% Merlot and 23% Cabernet Franc. The wine was matured for 18 months with 30% new barrels. Its dedicated vinification facilities occupy La Chapelle de Mazerat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChâteau Canon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWine\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCroix Canon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVintage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBordeaux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubregion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaint-Émilion Grand Cru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e77% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eClosure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCellaring\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrink after 2025, according to James Suckling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry red wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChâteau Canon’s second wine, drawn from a dedicated terroir.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e94 points from both James Suckling and Decanter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVinified at the historic La Chapelle de Mazerat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRipe fruit and a polished texture balanced by a chalky mineral character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep, dark red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlum and cherry fruit are complemented by dried flowers, cedar and subtle spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerous and finely textured, with ripe dark fruit, supple tannins and balancing freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong and composed, with a chalky, stony undertone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast duck with thyme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerb-crusted lamb rack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeef fillet with mushrooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBraised pork shoulder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged hard cheeses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–18°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine has reached James Suckling’s recommended starting point for drinking. Its fruit concentration and finely structured palate support enjoyment now with aeration, while allowing further development in suitable cellar conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Drinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 2026, following James Suckling’s recommendation to drink after 2025.  (Drinking Window 2021-2045)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCritic Scores \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCritic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScore\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJames Suckling — January 2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e94\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGeorgina Hindle, Decanter — January 2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e94\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAntonio Galloni, Vinous — January 2022\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e92\/100\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“It’s finely textured and long.” — James Suckling, January 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Francaboutwine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67974041698606,"sku":"7245357842","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2019_Croix_Canon_Saint-Emilion_Grand_Cru_750ml.png?v=1794202105","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2019-croix-canon-saint-emilion-grand-cru-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}