The 2014 Canon has a very well-defined, precise bouquet with ebullient raspberry and wild strawberry scents infused with minerals. The aromatics here are utterly captivating. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin and very well-judged acidity. There is tension and poise to this Saint Emilion, gently fanning out with a delicate spicy finish that lingers long in the mouth. Though surely destined to be over-shadowed by the extraordinary 2015, this Canon deserves a berth in your cellar.

Bright rose petals and raspberry notes on the nose. So floral. Supple and alive in the glass, I like the style to this, graceful but with grip to the slightly salty tannins. Does lose a bit of push towards the finish, just tapering slightly leaving gentle red berry fruit, liquorice, graphite and subtle spices lingering.