Croix Canon 2022 Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux

“The second wine of Canon, the 2022 Croix Canon is based on 59% Cabernet Franc and 41% Merlot. Its deep ruby/purple hue is followed by a beautiful, medium to full-bodied Saint-Emilion that has a beautiful core of ripe black cherry fruit as well as classic notes of lead pencil, crushed stone, and graphite. It's ripe and balanced and has great mid-palate and sweet tannins. Don't let its accessibility fool you; this will cruise for two decades and is better than most Grand Vins out there.”—Jeb Dunnick

“The 2022 Croix Canon has turned out beautifully, mingling aromas of dark berries and cherries with hints of orange rind and petals. Medium to full-bodied, succulent and seamless, with a rich core of fruit, lively acids and a long, aromatic finish, it will offer a broad drinking window. As I've written before, recent vintages of this cuvée have confirmed its status as one of Bordeaux's finest second labels (though since it derives from dedicated holdings below Berliquet, it's not a "second wine" in the strict sense).”--William Kelley, Wine Advocate

“The 2022 Croix Canon presents an intense, beautifully defined and initially mineral-driven bouquet featuring subtle floral scents. There is real energy here. The medium-bodied palate is almost brittle in texture, featuring crushed stone on the entry. It’s tensile on the crunchy, very pure finish that embodies Cabernet Franc. This is excellent.”—Neal Martin, Vinous