Kanonkop Kadette Pinotage 2019

TASTING NOTES: Intense purple hues with lively aromas of fresh plums, mulberries and allspice, followed by a meaty undertone. The palate displays an inherent earthy touch, with flavours of crimson beetroot and maraschino cherries. Coherent balance between the fruit and the fresh acidity, with muscular support from the tightly woven tannin structure. FOOD PAIRING: Perfect with burgers, barbequed meat, venison stew, Thai and Chinese cuisine..

AGEING POTENTIAL: 5- 7 years from vintage.

Decomposed Granite and Hutton

Irrigation supplemental but despite the relative low water stress, the cool weather contributed to smaller berries, and less irrigation was needed in this growing season.

Fermentation took place in open top concrete fermenters at 28C. The floating skins were punched down mechanically, every 2 hours during fermentation. The juice was drawn off the skins after 3 days.

The wine was matured for 12 months. 2nd and 3rd fill 225L French Nevers oak barrels

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