Kanonkop, Kadette Cape Blend Magnum 2018

Kanonkop, Kadette Cape Blend Magnum 2018

Kanonkop, Kadette Cape Blend Magnum 2018

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Kanonkop, Kadette Cape Blend Magnum 2018

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SKU WC110530-2018 Category

WINEMAKER: Abrie Beeslaar

COMPOSITION: 37% Pinotage, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot

ORIGIN: Stellenbosch

AGE OF VINES: 5 to 30 years

IRRIGATION: Supplemental

SOIL TYPE: Decomposed Granite and Hutton

YIELD: 7 tons per hectare

AGEING POTENTIAL: 5 to 7 years from vintage

PRODUCTION VOLUME: 250 000 cases (6 x 750ml)

FOOD PAIRING: Pizza | Pasta | Barbequed meat | Roast chicken | Beef or lamb burgers | Beef stew

VINTAGE CONDITIONS

Winter rainfall was higher than the previous two winters. Irregular temperatures from winter until the flowering period, together with cool growing conditions, led to great variations in the vineyards. The cool weather and regular rain showers led to less water stress for the vines during ripening. Harvest time was characterised by regular rain showers.

WINEMAKING / MATURATION

Fermentation took place in open top concrete fermenters at 28 0C. The floating skins were punched down mechanically, every 2 hours during fermentation. The juice was drawn off the skins after 3 – 5 days. After malolactic fermentation the wine was matured for 12 months in 2 nd and 3rd fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels.

TASTING NOTES

The bright ruby colour of this wine is complimented on the nose by attractive aromas of red currants, cherries, spice and a touch of mocha. The palate is lively and fresh, with succulent raspberry flavours. The fruit is supported by a firm, yet silky tannin structure. Savoury notes persist on the lengthy finish.

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