The 2015 Canon Bordeaux Blend is a distinguished wine from the Saint Emilion region in Bordeaux, France. Produced by Canon, this red wine, sealed with a cork, boasts a robust alcohol content of 15.0%. This vintage is composed of 72% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc, aged for 18 months in predominantly new French oak.
Renowned critics have lavished praise on this vintage. Jeff Leve from TheWineCellarInsider.com awarded it a perfect score of 100, describing it as a "future legendary vintage for Canon," highlighting its "silk-drenched fruits, cashmere tannins, and seamless, over 60-second finish." Similarly, James Suckling also assigned a perfect score, noting its "immense depth and power" with a "silky and deep, ribbon-like finish."
Neal Martin's Wine Journal also celebrated this wine with a score of 100, describing it as a "benchmark wine" with a "very intense bouquet" and a mouthfeel that leaves one eagerly anticipating the next sip. Martin emphasized its standing as "heads and shoulders above almost every Saint Émilion this vintage."
Other reviewers were equally impressed. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate rated it 96, noting its "boldly fruited" character with "blackberry preserves, black cherry compote, and exotic spice layers." Wine Spectator, with a score of 97, highlighted its "plush, inviting style" with a "laser of chalky minerality driving the finish." Wine Enthusiast echoed similar sentiments, scoring it 97 and appreciating its "rich, dense" nature with "swathes of black fruits."
The 2015 Canon is noted for its complexity and aging potential, recommended for consumption from 2022 onward, with some suggesting it will remain impressive for decades. This vintage marks a significant achievement for Canon, showcasing the estate's top form and leaving an indelible mark on the Bordeaux landscape.
