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Kanonkop

Kanonkop Paul Sauer

Name: Kanonkop Paul Sauer
Brand: Kanonkop
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

South Africa, Stellenbosch

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

4.3

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Kanonkop Paul Sauer is a premium red wine produced by Kanonkop Wine Estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa. The wine is named after the estate's founder, Paul Sauer, and is made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc grapes. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountain, which provides ideal growing conditions for the grapes. The wine is aged in French oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with notes of blackcurrant, dark chocolate, and tobacco. Kanonkop Paul Sauer is a classic Bordeaux-style blend that showcases the best of South African winemaking.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Kanonkop Paul Sauer is a distinguished South African red blend from the Stellenbosch region.It is made predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon, with smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc adding additional layers of complexity to the blend. Its aromas of ripe blackberry and currant are complemented by subtle notes of cigar box and cedar. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich, with a velvety texture, ripe tannins, and great balance. It is an elegant and balanced wine that is sure to please.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (3)

Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Franc

ORIGINS

Winery: Kanonkop

Region: Stellenbosch

Situated in the Western Cape of South Africa, Stellenbosch is one of the country’s most renowned wine regions. With a long and illustrious history, Stellenbosch is home to some of the country’s most celebrated wineries and produces a wide range of wines that have earned international acclaim. Stellenbosch has been producing wine since the late 17th century, when the first vines were planted by French Huguenot protestants. The region has since become one of the most important wine-producing areas in South Africa, and is home to some of the country’s oldest and most prestigious wineries.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.3

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