Here, one of the most important decisions that impacts the quality of each vintage is determining the perfect moment to harvest. This decision isn’t taken lightly—it’s a meticulous process that blends deep ...

When a red wine, like a young Merlot-driven Bordeaux, is exposed to oxygen after being left open, several chemical reactions occur, particularly involving compounds in the wine such as polyphenols (tannins ...

Vintages are increasingly heralded as ‘outstanding’, or perfect and indeed, in 2020 things were absolutely spot on but what makes a perfect Bordeaux Merlot vintage, in terms of climate, and how? A perfect ...

Our wine Château Canon Chaigneau, a refined, complex, fine Lalande de Pomerol red wine, is known for its rich blend dominated by merlot grape, complemented by Cabernet Franc and a touch of Malbec. While red...

In the vineyards of Lalande de Pomerol, the Veraison marks a moment of great relief and anticipation for winegrowers, particularly those cultivating Merlot, the dominant grape variety in the region. This cr...

Cabernet Franc is a classic and versatile red grape variety that has made a significant mark in the world of wine. it is among the twenty most widely planted grape varieties in the whole world. Its origins a...

Summer is a crucial period for vineyard vines, characterized by rapid growth and dynamic changes. This is why this unusual weather at the moment is quite challenging for our big littles vines! Sun is finall...

When the mercury rises and the days grow longer, many people instinctively reach for a chilled white wine, a crisp rosé, or a refreshing beer. However, red wine, often associated with cozy winter nights and ...

The History of the Picnic Okay, it hasn’t been the warmest summer on record, but 23 degrees and hazy sunshine, rather than 35 degrees and burning rays is of course a much more agreeable weather profile to e...

The Bordeaux region of France is renowned for its vineyards, which produce some of the world's most prestigious wines. However, in recent years, these vineyards have faced an increasing threat from hailsto...

Our younger vintages certainly benefit aging, but otherwise the mellowing effects of waiting can be in part at least be experienced by extended aeration. They are perfect to open one evening and to be enjoy...

Bonjour à tous, Nos primeurs 2023 sont maintenant disponibles à la réservation, alors n'hésitez pas à nous contacter. Nous avons reçu d'excellentes critiques, voir ci-dessous.  Nous avons vendangé à part...

Here below our very excellent scores for our 2023s! This year we only made two wines, the Cabernet Franc all went into our grand vin this year: We’ve had some great reviews, as per below. There is more of a ...

Raclette, that comforting and communal dish originating from the Swiss Alps, is a true winter delight. But when it comes to choosing the wine that will accompany it, many find themselves puzzled. The melted...

Decanting a bottle of wine involves gently transferring the wine from a bottle to a wider vessel called a decanter. Here are some of the main advantages of decanting wine: Aeration: by pouring the wine i...

Bonjour à tous,Des nouvelles en direct de Néac : notre toute nouvelle cuvée mono-cépage, appelée simplement "Cuve 1A - Cabernet Franc", millésime 2022 est maintenant disponible ! Nous avons un peu plus d'un...

'Serious, sexy and exotic', Joe Fattorini, My wine of the Year 2023!!   Easter is fast approaching, and our 2011 will be uterly sensational with a seven hour slow cooked leg of lamb. Or of course a plan...

Chers tous,Juste un petit article pour vous souhaiter à tous un joyeux Noël, et tous nos vœux pour 2024 ! Canon Chaigneau a connu une très bonne année 2023, avec de nouveaux clients fabuleux. Nous avons ma...

Hello! We finished the 2023 harvest on the 27th of september, "les écoulages" and vinifications yesterday! Things went very well, with a good quantity of very ripe, juicy, thick skinned berries, with go...

Here the season was warm, with just a little rain, with over 10 days of temperatures over 35 degrees. We managed to avoid the mildew, & the vines are locked and loaded and looking in great shape, wit...

` There'll be a few days of less hot weather next week, so it's the ideal time to send out a last order for a case of fine summer red!   Use code 'SUMMER15' for a 15% discount on your summer order!   Whi...