KANONKOP KADETTE CAPE BLEND 2021

Kanonkop Estate has been described by those in the know as being the South African equivalent of a French First Growth.

Winery notes (2021 Vintage)
"Crimson red in colour, with complimenting aromas of raspberries, dark cherries, black plums, cinnamon, and all spice. Supple, elegant tannins supported by fresh acidity which is balanced with an explosion of fruit on the palate. Juicy flavours of red and black fruits, and a hint of chocolate, all which lingers on the finish.

Fermentation took place in open top concrete fermenters at 280C. The floating skins were punched down mechanically, every 2 hours during fermentation. The juice was drawn off the skins after 3 – 5 days. After malolactic fermentation the wine was matured for 12 months in 2nd and 3rd fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels."

93/100 James Suckling (2021 Vintage)
"Plums, currants, wet stones and violets on the nose. Medium body with finely grained tannins. Delicious core of berries and a velvety texture. Elegant and refined with a subtle touch of succulent sour cherries lifting the finish."