Harvest may mark the end of the vineyard season, but it is only the beginning of winemaking. Vinification simply means the process of turning grapes into wine. At Château Canon Chaigneau, this stage is where...

This weekend, we opened a bottle of our white and a chilled rosé, almost on impulse.  Nothing elaborate, just a slow lunch at home, windows open, something light but comforting on the table. We made a simple...

January 2026 – Life at –8°C in Lalande-de-Pomerol January has settled firmly over the vineyards of Néac, and this winter is not holding back. With temperatures dropping to –8°C, snow covering the rows, and m...

At Canon Chaigneau, our reds, crafted in the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation, are celebrated for their elegance, structure, and versatility. Merlot-driven with subtle Cabernet Franc notes, they strike the pe...

We completed the 2023 harvest on the 27th of September, les écoulages and vinifications. Things went very well, with a good quantity of very ripe, juicy, thick-skinned berries, healthy acidity and potential ...

For generations, Bordeaux has been associated with structure, tradition, and longevity.  But Bordeaux today is not static. It is evolving thoughtfully, and in response to a changing world. Climate Is Reshap...

If you’re new to Bordeaux, Lalande-de-Pomerol is a great place to start. It’s a small appellation on the right bank, just north of the more famous Pomerol. While it doesn’t have the same name recognition, it...

In Bordeaux, wines like Château Canon Chaigneau mature slowly in cool cellars. In Singapore, we need to recreate those conditions intentionally. Poor storage can lead to premature ageing, flattened flavours,...

Summer is here! (in Singapore, perpetually.) When it’s hot hot hot, whilst you might be screaming for a glass of bubbles, white or rosé, you simply can’t beat a great red to accompany a main dish, meat, fish...

At first glance, it might look like pastry cream being whipped up in a kitchen. But in reality, what you’re seeing is one of the most important steps in winemaking: the preparation of a yeast starter, or “pi...

What is Racking (Écoulage) in Winemaking? In winemaking, racking, or écoulage in French, is the process of separating the wine from the pomace (the solid matter such as skins and seeds) after fermentation. ...

Taking Over the Vineyard In 2021, when we took over Château Canon Chaigneau, it was not just a business decision. It was a life decision. Previously, Marine was working a corporate role at a large firm, whil...

All year, our vines grow quietly. From Winter pruning, to Spring budburst, to Summer sun. We wait and maintain patiently through months of slow development. Then, everything comes down to a few days. At Chât...