Made from 40-year-old vines grown on sandy-clay soil and aged in large oak casks, barrels, and amphorae, this Fronsac is simply marvelous. The nose reveals smoky, spicy, and stewed fruit notes within a soft, mineral-driven profile. On the palate, aromas of strawberry and raspberry make for a truly indulgent experience. An intense fruitiness gives way to a wine that is perfectly balanced, fresh, precise, and elegant. Try it with a roast. We love it!
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Eye
Deep, brilliant, vivid ruby color
Nose
Smoky, spicy, stewed fruit, soft, and mineral
Palate
Fruity, with notes of strawberry and raspberry. A delicious, fresh, balanced, refined, and elegant wine
Serve
At 14-16°C
Drink before
2030
Guard
Ages 8–10
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy with red meat, roasts, and cheese.
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide) 1*Star (A serious, recommendable production that lives up to what one would expect from its appellation(s))
About the estate:
Christine and Jean-Yves Millaire farm their vineyards—located in Canon-Fronsac (7 hectares), Fronsac (2.5 hectares), and Bordeaux—using biodynamic methods. The Canon-Fronsac stands out for its tannic structure, which complements the fruit—ripened to perfection—without sacrificing its refreshing finish. It offers good value for the price.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2020 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
A vineyard known for its consistent quality, established in the 1950s by Jean Garnier, which was leased out between 1979 and 1998 until the arrival of his grandson, Jean-Yves Millaire, who took over its direct management. The vineyard (30 ha today) is cultivated using organic and biodynamic methods (certified in 2009 and 2012, respectively).
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2023 guide) 92/100 (2019 vintage)
Rated Estate (2021 Guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)
About the estate:
With nearly 50 hectares of vineyards now cultivated using biodynamic methods, Jean-Yves Millaire proves wrong those who still believe that just because a producer is small, they’re necessarily better. The somewhat aggressive extraction methods of the early days (“it was the trend”) have been replaced by infusions. Millaire even manages to release a Beaujolais-style “primeur” in December: the pure Loupiot fruit juice, a sulfur-free blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot, perfect for sipping... His aging methods are also pushing the boundaries: primarily large oak vats, a few amphorae, and barrels to best suit the different soil profiles, which are capable of supporting old, forgotten grape varieties; the winemaker is developing massale planting projects to create new flavors. In the meantime, his merit is evident in his Canon-Fronsac and Fronsac wines, which have earned him a place in this guide today.
Customer Rating
3.7/5
based on 7 reviews
Review and comment by Mr. FREDERIC B. Published on October 1, 2025
The same goes for Château Canon Pécresse, which I find has a full-bodied mouthfeel.
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Review and comment by Mr. GILLES D. Published on August 13, 2023
Favorite , this elegant 100% Merlot is beautifully structured around fresh, crisp red berries (strawberry, red currant, raspberry). Finely structured, the palate is slender and delightfully juicy, gradually giving way to vibrant, delicate tannins that lend a velvety texture to the lively fruit, finishing with a long, lingering aftertaste of aromatic intensity and radiant liveliness, which bring freshness and dynamism. Natural winemaking and sophisticated aging suggest it will age well for at least seven years. It has great appeal and is very affordably priced. Rating: 4.2. In the meantime, its supple structure, which invites indulgence, makes it the perfect companion right now for a Landes-style duck confit parmentier with Port sauce.
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Review by Mr. GILBERT R. Published on March 28, 2023
An exceptional wine!
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Review and rating by Mr. JEROME T. Posted on 10/06/2023
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Review by Mr. BERTRAND B. Published on February 28, 2023
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Review by Ms. ELISE B. Published on February 24, 2023
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Review and comment by Ms. YVONNE S. Posted on September 13, 2022
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