This is another austere, hard, tough style of Canon that possesses more tannin than fruit or body. Its reluctant bouquet offers up spicy, berry fruit and aromas of new oak. Medium-bodied, sinewy, and lean, the 1978 Canon is either completely closed or is a tough, hard wine that will never attain harmony. Last tasted, 6/93.

This is another austere, hard, tough style of Canon that possesses more tannin than fruit or body. Its reluctant bouquet offers up spicy, berry fruit and aromas of new oak. Medium-bodied, sinewy, and lean, the 1978 Canon is either completely closed or is a tough, hard wine that will never attain harmony. Last tasted, 6/93.

A quite complete wine and an excellent '78. Terrific aromas and flavors of cherry, earth and vanilla. Medium in body and very fruity; long, velvety finish.--Canon vertical. -JS