Kanonkop

Kanonkop 's red wines are still among the very best, with a finesse and ageing potential not far from unique in the country. The vineyard is located at the foot of the Simonsberg mountains, less than 10 km north of the town of Stellenbosch, on slopes rising to 120 m above sea level. It covers around one hundred hectares planted with old vines (most of them 50 years old), planted exclusively with red grape varieties including, in order of importance, Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Yield control and the quest for ripeness are the two main concerns in the vineyard. In the cellar, we remain faithful to the traditional old concrete vats in which the grapes are still crushed at the foot, and we favor long ageing with a reasoned use of new wood. Kanonkop 's red wines are characterized by great elegance and impeccable balance.