Kanonkop
Pinotage 2013
Cape Heritage
About the SessionA selection of South Africa’s finest wines, inspired by our rich wine heritage and the unique character of the Cape Winelands. Chenin Blanc is celebrated for its remarkable versatility, producing an exceptional range of wine styles, particularly in South Africa, home to the oldest Chenin Blanc vines in the world. These historic vineyards continue to produce wines of great diversity, elegance, and ageing potential. The Pinotage selection showcases leading producers, all of whom have become consistent flag bearers for this proudly South African variety.
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Critics Ratings
'Smoky, serious and rich, boasting aromas of violets, plums and wood smoke, it's concentrated, textured and fine, with tannins that suggest that it will age well in bottle. Drink: 2015-25.' - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2015, 94/100
'This has a lovely dark currant, warmed plum and steeped blueberry core, inlaid with cocoa and melted black licorice. Everything flows through the rich, velvety finish, with a note of black tea weaving in. Drink now through 2020.' - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 91/100 (Jun 2015)
'Dark, saturated ruby. Aromas of blueberry, violet, licorice and cedar. Lovely penetration to the clean, dark flavors of cassis and bitter chocolate. Shows none of the burnt rubber or woodsmoke elements that still plague some examples of Pinotage. Finishes firmly tannic and backward but without any hardness. This wine's structure and compelling sugar/acid balance should ensure a long and graceful evolution in the bottle.' - Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, 91+/100 (Apr 2015)
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