Region: Bordeaux (Fronsac / Right Bank), France
Grapes: Predominantly Merlot, with Cabernet Franc
Body: Medium to Full
Notes: Ripe black plum, dark cherry, cassis, cedar wood, cocoa nib, and crushed limestone, with structured, velvety tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, earthy finish
Pairing: Continuous charcuterie boards, braised beef short ribs, grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb, wild mushroom dishes, or aged Comté cheese
The Producer
Château Moulin Canon is a respected Right Bank estate situated in the rolling hills of Canon-Fronsac, managed by winemakers Brigitte and Gérard Hubau (B. & G. Hubau). Known for their meticulous work across several boutique Right Bank properties—including Château Hopital Mazeris—the Hubau family focuses on sustainable and organic farming practices. Their vineyards thrive on the steep, iron-rich clay and limestone plateau of Canon-Fronsac, where old vines produce naturally low yields of concentrated, healthy fruit. In the cellar, winemaking emphasizes gentle extractions, native yeast fermentations, and patient aging in French oak barrels to highlight the power and elegance of the terroir.
The Wine
Sourced from high-altitude, stony limestone plots in Canon-Fronsac, this cuvée is a quintessential Right Bank blend dominated by old-vine Merlot. The hand-harvested grapes undergo careful sorting and traditional temperature-controlled fermentations before aging on lees in French oak. The 2020 vintage—celebrated across Bordeaux for producing rich, fresh, and exceptionally balanced wines—delivers impressive depth and structure; it masterfully pairs a complex bouquet of dark berries, cedar, and tobacco leaf with a lush, velvety mouthfeel, fine-grained tannins, and a long, limestone-driven finish.
Region: Bordeaux (Fronsac / Right Bank), France
Grapes: Predominantly Merlot, with Cabernet Franc
Body: Medium to Full
Notes: Ripe black plum, dark cherry, cassis, cedar wood, cocoa nib, and crushed limestone, with structured, velvety tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, earthy finish
Pairing: Continuous charcuterie boards, braised beef short ribs, grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb, wild mushroom dishes, or aged Comté cheese
The Producer
Château Moulin Canon is a respected Right Bank estate situated in the rolling hills of Canon-Fronsac, managed by winemakers Brigitte and Gérard Hubau (B. & G. Hubau). Known for their meticulous work across several boutique Right Bank properties—including Château Hopital Mazeris—the Hubau family focuses on sustainable and organic farming practices. Their vineyards thrive on the steep, iron-rich clay and limestone plateau of Canon-Fronsac, where old vines produce naturally low yields of concentrated, healthy fruit. In the cellar, winemaking emphasizes gentle extractions, native yeast fermentations, and patient aging in French oak barrels to highlight the power and elegance of the terroir.
The Wine
Sourced from high-altitude, stony limestone plots in Canon-Fronsac, this cuvée is a quintessential Right Bank blend dominated by old-vine Merlot. The hand-harvested grapes undergo careful sorting and traditional temperature-controlled fermentations before aging on lees in French oak. The 2020 vintage—celebrated across Bordeaux for producing rich, fresh, and exceptionally balanced wines—delivers impressive depth and structure; it masterfully pairs a complex bouquet of dark berries, cedar, and tobacco leaf with a lush, velvety mouthfeel, fine-grained tannins, and a long, limestone-driven finish.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.