Weinwisser 
Tiefes Purpurrot mit satter Mitte und violettem Rand. Vielschichtiges Bouquet, zeigt viel Brombeeren und schwarze Kirschen, dahinter eine edle Zitronenthymiannote, Lakritze und verführerische florale Noten. Am dichten Gaumen mit feinfleischigem Extrakt und perfekt ausgereiften Tanninen. Im gebündelten, sehr langen Finale eine Ladung Cassis, Lakritze und parfümierter Pfeifentabak. Ein grosser Canon, fast auf dem Niveau von 2009 und 2016. Auf klarem Weg zur höheren Note. 18,5+/20. 

Wine Advocate 
A blend of 72% Merlot and 28% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Canon has a pH of 3.69 and 14% alcohol. Deep garnet-purple in color, it tumbles effortlessly out of the glass with a gorgeous perfume of candied violets, preserved plums, black cherry compote and Ceylon tea with hints of kirsch, powdered cinnamon, chocolate box and fertile loam. The medium to full-bodied palate is packed with juicy black fruit layers, supported by plush, oh-so-soft tannins and well-knit freshness, finishing long and fragrant. 

Antonio Galloni 
The 2018 Canon is every bit as magnificent from bottle as it was from barrel. Maybe more so. Vertical and explosive in the glass, Canon sizzles with tension and vibrancy. Readers will find a majestic, soaring Grand Cru Classé that captures all the magic of Saint-Émilion's limestone plateau. Canon exudes mind-blowing precision and deliciousness. It is another magnificent effort from Technical Director Nicolas Audebert and his team. 

James Suckling 
Blackberries and tar with wet-earth and dark-bark aromas. Dark-chocolate and brownie notes, too. It’s full-bodied with creamy tannins and a round, caressing finish. Lovely focus and intensity, though dense and layered. Extremely creamy and polished. Really precise and bespoke. It already opens beautifully on the palate. Drink after 2025.