
About the wine

Producer:
Kanonkop Wine Estate

Winemaker:
Abrie Beeslaar

Grapes:
100% Pinotage

Closure:
Cork

Country:
South Africa

Units:
750ml

Type:
Still red wine

Region:
Stellenbosch

Style:
Bold South African Pinotage

Vintage:
2011

Colour:
Deep dark ruby red

Alcohol:
14.5%

Body:
Full bodied

Oak:
Yes, French Barriques

Blend:
Pinotage only

Tasting Notes:
Big, bold tannin structures which are down played by ripe fruit and elegance.

Bouquet:
Aromas of red fruit flavours which reflects some Pinot Noir style elegance and structure.

Maturation:
Matured for 15 months in 75% new 225 lit. French and 25% 2nd fill 225l French barriques.

Ageing Potential:
Can under decent conditions, mature for at least 15 years.