Kanonkop - Stellenbosch Kadette Pinotage 2022
92/100
James Suckling
88/100
Vinous
"The flagship wine from one of South Africa's biggest names: Kanonkop's 100% Pinotage from the sublime 2022 vintage!"
"The 2022 Kadette Pinotage, aged primarily in second- and third-fill barrels, offers a lively nose with aromas of crushed strawberries and light licorice, with hints of blue fruit emerging over time. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly powdery tannins, leaning more toward dark fruits like prunes, with, once again, a hint of licorice on the nicely concentrated finish. Excellent. 2025–2029” (Vinous 2024)
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Eye
Deep purple color
Nose
Intense and concentrated, with aromas of red fruit coulis, licorice, and mild spices, including subtle notes of vanilla and cinnamon
Palate
Full-bodied, with character, a velvety texture, fine-grained tannins, superbly balanced, with flavors that echo those found on the nose, and a long, savory finish
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Serve with spiced duck tataki, stuffed eggplant, or pork gyoza with ginger...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 88/100
About the wine:
The 2022 Kadette Pinotage, aged primarily in second- and third-fill barrels, offers a lively nose with aromas of crushed strawberries and subtle licorice, with hints of blue fruit emerging over time. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly powdery tannins, leaning more toward dark fruits like prunes, with, once again, a hint of licorice on the beautifully concentrated finish. Excellent. 2025–2029
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 92/100
Rated: Recommended
About the wine:
This Pinotage, with its dark fruit character, offers aromas of cherry, black plum, dried rose, and a spice cabinet. It is medium-bodied to full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and excellent freshness. Well-structured. Best enjoyed in 2025.
Customer rating
4/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. FREDERIC L. Posted on May 28, 2025
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Review by Mr. THOMAS B. Posted on May 1, 2025
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