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Established on the limestone plateau of Saint-Émilion (Gironde), Château Canon covers 34 hectares of clay-limestone over a base of starred limestone, at the heart of one of Bordeaux's most distinguished appellations. Founded in 1760 by the privateer Jacques Kanon, the château was acquired in 1996 by the Wertheimer family — owners of Maison Chanel — who undertook a thorough restructuring of both vineyard and cellars. The estate has held organic certification from the 2024 vintage. At Halles Quercamps, we have selected this château for the rigour of its viticulture, the clarity of its long-term vision, and the precision of its Merlot and Cabernet Franc blends, which show a notably fine texture. A reliable reference for the discerning Saint-Émilion enthusiast.

Château Canon stands as one of the benchmark addresses of the Saint-Émilion appellation, rooted on the commune's celebrated limestone plateau and combining a long Bordeaux tradition with a viticulture now fully committed to organic farming.

Founded in 1760: a château shaped by the long view

The story of Château Canon begins in 1760, when the privateer Jacques Kanon acquired this Saint-Émilion estate and gave it his name — a name that has endured through more than two and a half centuries of Bordeaux history. The château changed hands several times before a decisive turning point arrived in 1996, when the Wertheimer family, proprietors of Maison Chanel, took ownership. Their ambition was not merely custodial: they embarked on a comprehensive restructuring of the vineyard and winemaking facilities, investing patiently and methodically over the following decades. This long-term approach — prioritising quality over short-term returns — has become one of the defining characteristics of the château's identity.

Terroir: clay-limestone soils on the Saint-Émilion plateau

The 34-hectare vineyard sits on the plateau and south-westerly slopes of Saint-Émilion, in the Gironde. The soils are argilo-calcaire — clay-limestone — resting on a base of calcaire à astéries, the starred limestone that underlies much of the finest land in this appellation. This geological foundation provides excellent natural drainage while retaining just enough moisture to sustain the vines through dry summers. The exposure to the south-west ensures generous ripening conditions, well suited to the estate's two grape varieties: Merlot, which thrives on these cool, calcareous soils, and Cabernet Franc, which adds structure, aromatic lift, and longevity to the blend.

Organic certification from the 2024 vintage

Château Canon achieved organic certification (Agriculture Biologique) from the 2024 vintage — the culmination of a gradual conversion that reflects the Wertheimer family's broader commitment to responsible stewardship of the land. The move to certified organic viticulture at this scale, across 34 hectares of classified Bordeaux vines, is a significant undertaking and a meaningful statement of intent from one of Saint-Émilion's most prominent estates.

The wines of Château Canon

Château Canon produces red wines exclusively, as befits the Saint-Émilion appellation. The range is built around the estate's signature blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, vinified to express the precision and mineral depth of the plateau terroir.

Château Canon (Grand Vin) — the flagship red of the estate, a structured and age-worthy Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé showing fine-grained tannins, dark fruit, and the characteristic limestone minerality of the plateau.
Croix Canon — the second wine of Château Canon, offering earlier accessibility while sharing the same terroir-driven character and meticulous winemaking standards of the grand vin.

Why we have selected Château Canon

At Halles Quercamps, we have followed Château Canon closely over many vintages, and our selection rests on several concrete observations. First, the consistency of the winemaking: since the Wertheimer family's acquisition in 1996, the château has pursued a clear and coherent vision, without compromise. Second, the quality of the terroir: the clay-limestone soils of the Saint-Émilion plateau are among the most expressive in the appellation, and Château Canon exploits them with evident care. Third, the commitment to organic viticulture, now formally certified from 2024, which aligns with our own preference for estates that take the health of their soils seriously. We recommend these wines to collectors building a Bordeaux cellar, to enthusiasts seeking a classified Saint-Émilion with genuine ageing potential, and to those who appreciate a structured red alongside roasted lamb, game, or aged hard cheeses. A château that rewards patience.