Kanonkop - Stellenbosch Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
90/100
Wine Enthusiast
89/100
Vinous
"Cabernet Sauvignon lovers, discover winemaker Abrie Beeslaar’s expertise in this single-varietal South African wine!"
“Alluring notes of cigar spice, baked plum, and blackcurrant form the nose of this wine, with a hint of cedar adding interest. Medium-bodied, it has a velvety texture thanks to silky yet firm tannins and just enough acidity to ensure balance. The medium-length finish offers a lovely evolution, ranging from jammy black plum and black cherry to lingering sweet spices.” (Wine Enthusiast 2022)
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Eye
Deep purple color, intense, with a brilliant sheen
Nose
Fresh on the first sniff, followed by aromas of blackberry, plum, blackcurrant, and tobacco, enhanced by notes of oak and cedar
Palate
Smooth and medium-bodied, with firm yet well-integrated tannins; beautifully balanced, with flavors of juicy black fruit, fresh plum, oak, and black tea; a long, distinct, and delicate finish
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2038
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with a braised rib of beef, a rosemary-roasted lamb shank, or a hard cheese...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Wine Enthusiast
Wine rated (2022 guide) 90/100
About the wine:
Alluring notes of cigar spice, baked plum, and blackcurrant form the nose of this wine, with a hint of cedar adding depth. Medium-bodied, it boasts a velvety texture thanks to silky yet firm tannins and just enough acidity to ensure balance. The medium-length finish offers a lovely progression, from jammy black plum and black cherry to lingering sweet spices.
Vinous
Wine rated (2024 guide) 89/100
About the wine:
The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Estate spent five days on the skins in open fermenters and was aged in 50% new oak for 20 months. The bouquet is quite full-bodied, with aromas of black fruit accented by licorice. It is quite heady, and perhaps slightly overshadowed by the superb 2020 Pinotage. The palate is medium-bodied, with good structure, slightly dry tannins, and nice acidity, but the finish lacks just a bit more finesse and complexity. 2024–2038
James Suckling
Rated: Recommended