Croix Canon Size:6x750ml 085 ha parcel in Charmes

085 ha parcel in Charmes proper which is enough in most vintages for only 1 barrel)

the wine continued showing the riper character and more Mediterranean profile of the vineyard

While the 2020 Condrieu la Doriane matured entirely in new oak

though neither is it rustic

Croix Canon Size:6x750ml 085 ha parcel in CharmesThe 2022 Croix Canon has turned out beautifully, mingling aromas of dark berries and cherries with hints of orange rind and petals. Medium to full bodied, succulent and seamless, with a rich core of fruit, lively acids and a long, aromatic finish, it will offer a broad drinking window. As I've written before, recent vintages of this cuve have confirmed its status as one of Bordeaux's finest second labels (though since it derives from dedicated