Château Canon Moueix
シャトー・カノン・ムエックス
A jewel of Canon-Fronsac shaped by the hand of the Pétrus family — elegant, earthy, and built for long aging.
Château Canon Moueix is a 4-hectare estate located in the southern part of the Canon-Fronsac appellation, Right Bank Bordeaux. Founded and managed by the prestigious Établissements Jean-Pierre Moueix — the same family behind Château Pétrus — the property produces approximately 2,000 cases per year from clay-limestone soils. The vineyard is planted predominantly with Merlot (90%) and Cabernet Franc (10%), vinified with approximately 25% new oak aging. The wines are celebrated for their elegance, structure, earthy complexity, and remarkable aging potential. Jean-Pierre Moueix separated from the property around 2000 to refocus on core estates; the name Canon Moueix was retained by the Moueix family while the vineyards were sold to Jean Halley (of the Carrefour family).
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for Right Bank Bordeaux collectors seeking refined Merlot-dominant wines with classic structure and terroir expression at accessible price points.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Château Canon Moueix the same as the famous Château Canon in Saint-Émilion?
- No. Château Canon Moueix is a distinct estate located in the Canon-Fronsac appellation, approximately 25 km west of Saint-Émilion. The Saint-Émilion Premier Grand Cru Classé Château Canon is owned by the Wertheimer family (Chanel).
- Who created Château Canon Moueix?
- The property was developed by Jean-Pierre Moueix, the legendary Libournais négociant who built an empire including Château Pétrus, La Fleur-Pétrus, and Trotanoy. Around 2000, the Moueix family sold the vineyard to Jean Halley but retained use of the Canon Moueix name.
- What grape varieties are planted at Château Canon Moueix?
- The 4-hectare vineyard is planted with approximately 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc on clay-limestone soils, typical of the Canon-Fronsac terroir.
- Does Château Canon Moueix age well?
- Yes. With well-integrated tannins, vibrant acidity, and concentrated fruit from clay-limestone soils, the wines have excellent aging potential and can develop beautifully over 10–20 years in good vintages.