Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2020 Jeroboam
Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2020 Jeroboam
Price: 416,67€
DESCRIPTION
Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2020 in Jeroboam 3L is the iconic wine of the Kanonkop estate, a Bordeaux-style blend bearing the name of the property's founder. This 2020 vintage combines 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Cabernet Franc, and 14% Merlot, sourced from vines over 30 years old on decomposed granite soils of the Simonsberg. Vinification takes place in open concrete tanks with manual punch-downs every two hours, followed by 24 months of aging in 100% new Nevers French oak barrels. This 3-liter Jeroboam offers ideal conditions for very long aging and represents an exceptional collector's item.
The deep ruby color is complemented by a complex bouquet of tilled earth, cassis, blueberry, bramble, cedar, and fresh herbs. The palate is elegant and structured, with precise tannins and a lively acidity, leading to a long and lingering finish. A wine built for long cellaring, to be enjoyed between 2025 and 2040, ideally with red meats, a roasted leg of lamb, or a mature hard cheese.
REGION
Stellenbosch
South Africa
Stellenbosch is arguably the most prestigious wine region in South Africa. Located in the coastal region of the Western Cape, east of Cape Town, it enjoys a Mediterranean climate tempered by sea breezes and sheltered by the surrounding mountains. Its varied terroir of granite, schist and sandy soils makes it possible to produce both powerful reds and elegant whites.
While Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux blends (with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot) built its reputation, Stellenbosch is also known for its refined Chenin Blanc, distinguished Chardonnay and expressive Syrah. Home to many iconic estates, the appellation remains a showcase of South African craft.
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A South African Bordeaux blend that prioritizes precision and restraint: cassis, earth, cedar, and a firm palate that promises great things over time. The large format is no coincidence.
