Deep ruby red in colour with aromas of ripe red & black berry fruit. On the palate pure, juicy plum fruit abounds with touches of strawberries. An easy drinking wine, the supple tannins & smooth, velvety mouthfeel are in perfect balance & the finish is rounded & long. The name ' Le Canon du Marechal' refers to the famous general, Marechal Joffre, who was born in Rivesaltes & who sold his vineyards to the Cazes family in 1927. The Canon is both a reference to his military background & a reference to the Roussillon saying boire un canon (to have a drink!).