KANONKOP PAUL SAUER RED BLEND

Why is it Special?

What makes Paul Sauer special is its Indisputable Pedigree. It is the wine that proved the Simonsberg terroir could rival the great estates of the Médoc. It is “Special” because of its Extraordinary Longevity—vintages from the 1990s are still drinking beautifully today. It is a wine of “Place,” characterised by a unique savoury iron-like minerality and a distinct graphite character that is the hallmark of Kanonkop. To own a bottle is to own a piece of South African liquid history.

Awards

• Tim Atkin MW: 100/100 (2015 Vintage) – The first South African wine to achieve a perfect score
• Platter’s Wine Guide: 5 Stars
• James Suckling: 95-97/100

Tasting Notes

Nose: An aristocratic and brooding bouquet. Expect intense aromas of cassis, blackcurrants, and dark cherries, seamlessly interwoven with sophisticated layers of pencil shavings, fine leather, cigar box, and a subtle floral perfume from the Cabernet Franc.

Palate: Full-bodied, multi-layered, and incredibly poised. The palate is a dense tapestry of bramble fruit and bitter chocolate, supported by powerful, fine-grained tannins that provide an architectural structure. There is a magnificent core of savoury spice and earthy minerality.

Finish: Exceptionally long, dry, and commanding. It leaves a lingering trail of tobacco leaf, cedarwood, and a final, aristocratic whisper of stony mineral tension.