Pinotage 2017, Kanonkop

Kanonkop’s 2017 Pinotage, is a textbook Stellenbosch Pinotage with aromatic and spicy aromas of mulberry, raspberry and cinnamon. Muscular, well integrated tannins add great structure whilst flavours of bramble, violets, plums and black berries are balanced by scented new oak. An elegant wine with savoury notes on the lengthy finish, and a lifting underlying freshness.  A fantastic food wine – serve with duck, game, lamb, smoked pork and Asian-style dishes.

Ageing potential: 10 – 15 years from vintage, but can mature for longer under ideal conditions.

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