Kanonkop Kadette Cape Blend 2018
£11.95 incl. VAT
13 in stock
The Kanonkop Kadette Cape Blend 2018 is bright ruby in colour, complemented on the nose by attractive aromas of redcurrants, cherries, spice and a touch of mocha. The palate is lively and fresh, with succulent raspberry flavours supported by a firm, yet silky tannin structure. Savoury notes persist on the lengthy finish. A blend of 37% Pinotage, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot.
Vintage conditions
A dry summer with warm days and consistently cool nights to ensure good ripening.
Vinification details
Once pressed, the juice spent 3-5 days on skins in open fermentors at 28°C, being punched manually every 2 hours. Post-fermentation the wine spent 12 months in 2nd- and 3rd-fill 225L French Nevers barrels.
Green credentials
Accredited Integrated Production of Wine (IPW) estate
