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Kanonkop Cape Winemakers Guild CWG Paul Sauer Red (Simonsberg-Stellenbosch)

Kanonkop

South Africa

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Country
South Africa
Appellation
Simonsberg-Stellenbosch
Body
full
Acidity
high
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

carne vermelha assada · cordeiro · queijos maturados · jantar especial

Rated vintages

  • 2020

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

  • 201493 pts

    Winemaker: Abrie Beeslaar. Always a stunner, in both regular release as well as the CWG form, Kanonkop's Paul Sauer Bordeaux-style blend is bold and concentrated, with tremendous potential for long-term aging. Made from 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc, i…

  • 201392 pts

    Winemaker: Abrie Beeslaar. This is too young to fully appreciate now, though it certainly starts to make an impression with tight aromas and flavors of blackberry, cassis, leather, licorice and cigar box. The gripping tannins provide a firm structure and dry finish, though ripe…

  • 2012

  • 2011