Kanonkop
Paul Sauer 2011
South African Wines
About the SessionThe South African session brings together a selection of the Cape’s most historic and celebrated wines, spanning decades of winemaking heritage. From Kanonkop, Meerlust and Rustenberg to Klein Constantia and Thelema, the collection showcases landmark Cabernet Sauvignon, Bordeaux-style blends and the iconic Vin de Constance, offering collectors a rare opportunity to explore some of South Africa’s most enduring and influential wines across multiple vintages.
LOT 26
Kanonkop
Paul Sauer 2011
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Provenance
Single-Owner Private Collection
Critics Ratings
"Always close to the top of the red Bordeaux style pile in South Africa, Paul Sauer is one of a handful of wines that is collectible, partly because of its track record, but also because it ages so well. This blend of Cabernet with 18% Cabernet Franc and 12% Merlot is aged entirely in new oak, but you'd never know it, such is its grace and poise. Subtle, leafy, spicy and very fine. Drink: 2015-30." - Tim Atkin MW, SA Special Report 2015, 95/100 (Sep 2015)
"Sense of place in this iconic flagship; richly vinous more than fruity, with supple muscularity. 2011 touch more aromatic in youth, with hint oak (new French); but firm underbelly, austere conclusion from its 70% cab portends well for future. Cab franc & merlot complete blend." - Platter's SA Wine Guide 2015, 4.5 stars
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