{"title":"Kanonkop","description":"\u003cp\u003eKanonkop Wine Estate is situated in Stellenbosch, the premium red wine region of South Africa's Western Cape Province.  To many, Kanonkop is considered to be the South African equivalent of a Premier Cru or First Growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaul Sauer is today an iconic South African Bordeaux blend showing great complexity and ageing potential.  Kanonkop's Paul Sauer 2015 is the first South African wine to receive a perfect score of 100 points in Tim Aktin South African Report.  Kanonkop is also considered to be one of the best Pinotage producers in South Africa.  Kanonkop Kadette Cape Blend is a terrific introduction to the winery's Pinotage.  Kanonkop Estate Pinotage is among the world's finest with deep colour, plush plum and cherry flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kanonkop-estate-paul-sauer-stellenbosch-south-africa-2018","title":"Kanonkop Estate Paul Sauer Stellenbosch South Africa 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eFermented in open top concrete fermenters at 29C. 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Kanonkop typically ferments this wine in concrete with regular punchdowns, then matures it in French oak, which adds spice and frame without masking the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-renderer=\"lm\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"tasting-notes\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-renderer=\"lm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eExpect deep purple-black color, ripe black cherry, plum, blackberry, violets, licorice, cedar, cocoa, and baking spice. The palate is dense and powerful but balanced by fresh acidity and fine-grained tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-renderer=\"lm\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"serving-and-cellaring\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;_h1:first-of-type]:mt-8 [\u0026amp;_h2:first-of-type]:mt-6\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-renderer=\"lm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eServe at 16-18°C, ideally with a short decant. 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Olives, too. It’s full-bodied, layered and well-structured, with firm but fine and polished tannins framing the dark, spicy fruit. Savory and tight at the end. 55% cabernet sauvignon, 27% cabernet franc and 18% merlot. Better after 2026.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- Critic Review 2 --\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Kanonkop 2022 Simonsberg Stellenbosch Paul Sauer Estate Wine is still youthful and reserved, shaped by more marginal soils where 50-year-old vines struggle despite deep roots, contributing to the wine's layered complexity. This blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc is matured for 24 months in 100% new French oak. Named after the estate’s patriarch who bought this property in 1957, this wine embodies Kanonkop’s belief in minimal intervention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- Vineyard Bullet 1 --\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimonsberg-Stellenbosch Granite Soils:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sourced from mature 30-year-old vines planted on the lower slopes of the Simonsberg mountain, where weathered red granite soils grant natural power, deep concentration, and long aging capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- Vineyard Bullet 2 --\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtisanal Vinification \u0026amp; Blend Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Composed of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Cabernet Franc, and 18% Merlot. Fermented in open concrete vats with manual punch-downs and aged for 24 months in 100% new Nevers French oak barrels, resulting in a seamlessly integrated masterpiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- HIGHLIGHTS --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #222222; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 30px; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eA classic Stellenbosch red blend (55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Cabernet Franc, 18% Merlot) from mature estate vines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eA radiant 2022 release packed with black plums, blueberries, cocoa, walnuts, bay leaf, and graphite minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003eCrafted by Kanonkop Wine Estate, offering 15 to 30+ years of cellaring potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- TASTING NOTES --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #222222; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-bottom: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, opaque ruby-purple with luminous crimson reflections at the rim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complex, dark, and spicy. It opens with aromas of ripe black plums, cassis, and wild blueberries, accompanied by cocoa powder, crushed walnuts, bay leaves, cedar, and subtle mint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, full-bodied, and satiny. The entry delivers a rich wave of dark berry sap that glides across a structured mid-palate, held together by firm, polished tannins and fresh acidity into an endlessly long, savory finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- SERVING SUGGESTION --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #222222; font-family: 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 20px; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eServing Suggestion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #444444; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; margin-bottom: 30px; padding-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve slightly cool at 16–18°C in large Bordeaux-style glasses to allow its complex aromatics and structure to uncoil fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 1-to-2 hour decant is strongly recommended if opening young. Best enjoyed 2026 through 2050+.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prime rib roast, braised beef short ribs, venison saddle with berry reduction, or South African Braai (barbecued steaks).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsian Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peking duck, Korean braised short ribs (Galbi-jim), Taiwanese braised pork belly, or charcoal-grilled wagyu beef.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Northeast","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47793592959147,"sku":"NL013-22","price":548.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/paul-sauer_1_1_1_1_1.jpg?v=1789203930"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.regiswine.com.hk\/collections\/kanonkop.oembed","provider":"Regis Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}