Bordeaux
Timed Online Auction, 28 March - 15 April 2024
Bordeaux
About the SessionA carefully curated selection of highly sought-after collectables of Bordeaux and Bordeaux-style SA wines.
About this Item
Often described as the South African equivalent of a Grand Cru or First Growth, Kanonkop Estate is situated on the Simonsberg mountain slopes on the outskirts of Stellenbosch. Owned by the fourth generation Krige family,
This internationally acclaimed, long-ageing Bordeaux blend was named after former owner, Paul Sauer, and was first made in 1981.
This bottle has been tasted, refilled and sealed by Kanonkop - certificate
Provenance
Private Client
Critics Ratings
‘Seems only just to be lifting the hem of the fruit – still very savoury and concentrated. Full body, concentrated and aromatic, with medicinal and iodine character. Bitter notes to finish.’ - Richard Hemming MW, JancisRobinson.com, 17/20 (Sep 2018)
'Seductive Cabernet with beautifully spicy aromas, ripe fruit flavors and a velvety texture. It's tannic and full-bodied, but so generous with the black cherry and vanilla notes that you hardly notice. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Drink now through 2002. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.' - Wine Spectator, 90/100 (May 1999)