Canon - Second Wine, Cuvée, Selection: Clearly distinguishing terms

Second wines are not a quality by-product, but the result of conscious selection.

They separate stylistic goal definition from deviations due to quantity or structure.

The selection model allows for precision in the first wine, without economic loss through the exclusion of suitable but differently structured batches.

Second wine ≠ inferior wine

Second wine ≠ blend of inferior quality

Consequence: Second wines increase stylistic clarity and transparency within a winery.