{"product_id":"kanonkop-estate-pinotage-2015","title":"Kanonkop Estate Pinotage 2015","description":"\u003cp\u003e Kanonkop Estate is known for creating some of the finest Pinotage wines in South Africa. The vines, which are up to 50 years old, are grown without irrigation, resulting in a low yield of 37 hl per hectare. The wine is fermented in open vats for 4-5 days and then aged for 16-18 months in French oak barrels, 75% of which are new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe wine is both concentrated and complex, with a harmonious flavor that makes it ideal for spicy dishes, especially those from Asian cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e Stellenbosch, located about 45 km northeast of Cape Town, is recognized as South Africa's leading wine region. The area's unique soil and climate, influenced by the Atlantic Ocean, give the grapes an extra dimension of aroma and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e Kanonkop Estate, located near Simonsberg in Stellenbosch, has a proud history. The property was originally purchased by JW Sauer and later run by his son Paul Sauer together with Jan \"Boland\" Coetzee. The first wines were bottled in 1973 and today the fourth generation of the family is in charge of the operation. The vineyards extend over 100 hectares with 50% Pinotage, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7.5% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e Since 2002, winemaker Abrie Beeslar has been in charge of production and improved the quality by using long skin contact and frequent stirring before fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003e Cannon cup\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kanonkop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47714805186906,"sku":"A7B3J9K2X6Q1Z8H","price":81.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/5435\/0170\/files\/kanonkop-estate-pinotage-2015-696615.jpg?v=1779432227","url":"https:\/\/dh-wines.com\/products\/kanonkop-estate-pinotage-2015","provider":"DH Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}