{"product_id":"kanonkop-paul-sauer-2022","title":"Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2022","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"441\"\u003eKanonkop Paul Sauer 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"478\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eOVERVIEW\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"917\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eKanonkop Paul Sauer 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e is South Africa’s most iconic Bordeaux-style red blend and the undisputed flagship of Kanonkop Wine Estate. Named after former owner Paul Sauer, this wine represents the pinnacle of Stellenbosch winemaking, combining power, elegance, and extraordinary ageing potential. Produced only in outstanding vintages, it reflects meticulous vineyard selection, traditional vinification, and uncompromising quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"949\"\u003eWHO IS IT FOR?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eCreated for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eSerious collectors and fine-wine enthusiasts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eLovers of classic Bordeaux-style blends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eLong-term cellaring and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/privateedition.co.za\/south-african-fine-wine-enhances-portfolio-growth-study-reveals\/\" title=\"Investment Grade Wine\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einvestment-grade wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eLandmark celebrations and premium gifting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a wine for connoisseurs who value pedigree, provenance, and longevity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, opaque ruby with youthful intensity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eAromas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cassis, black cherry, plum, graphite, cedarwood, cigar box and subtle violet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concentrated layers of blackcurrant and dark cherry supported by savoury spice, pencil lead, tobacco leaf and finely integrated oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powerful yet refined, with firm, polished tannins and exceptional balance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, complex and persistent, evolving gracefully with each sip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1743\" data-end=\"1793\"\u003eA wine of structure, depth and remarkable harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003eFOOD PAIRING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003ePairs magnificently with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003eBeef Wellington\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003ePrime rib or ribeye steak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1903\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003eSlow-roasted lamb shoulder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003eVenison or game dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003eAged hard cheeses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eServe at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1993\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003e16–18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideally after decanting, in a large Bordeaux-style glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2103\"\u003eSERVING TIPS \u0026amp; DETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–18°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003eDecanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended (1–2 hours when young)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2196\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry red Bordeaux-style blend\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cabernet Sauvignon–led blend with Cabernet Franc and Merlot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2339\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2362\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stellenbosch, South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026–2045+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2444\"\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptional long-term ageing potential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2492\" data-end=\"2526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003eACCOLADES AND REVIEWS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003eWidely regarded as one of the greatest wines ever produced in South Africa, Paul Sauer consistently receives international acclaim for its structure, balance, and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2753\"\u003eCommon critical and consumer impressions include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2702\" data-end=\"2753\"\u003e“Much less Cabernet than usual, 55% with 27% Cab Franc and\u003cbr\u003e18% Merlot. (The tried and test ratio the past 10 years or so has\u003cbr\u003ebeen 70\/15\/15). 13.5% alcohol. Very pretty, elegant, red fruit\u003cbr\u003efruits, florals and Tonka bean. Really fresh, which is the\u003cbr\u003edirection this wine has gone in recent years. Pretty smashable.\u003cbr\u003e15\/32\/46=93”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2999\"\u003eThis wine typically receives \u003cstrong data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003every high ratings\u003c\/strong\u003e, often exceeding \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vivino.com\/en\/kanonkop-paul-sauer\/w\/56174?year=2022\u0026amp;price_id=40529033\" title=\"Kanonkop Reviews\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2944\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003e4.5 stars\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/a\u003eamong experienced collectors and critics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3006\" data-end=\"3049\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3010\" data-end=\"3049\"\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3072\"\u003eIs this wine dry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3075\"\u003eYes, completely dry with a firm, structured profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3208\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3129\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003eIs it oaked?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3145\" data-end=\"3148\"\u003eYes, matured in French oak barrels with careful integration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3210\" data-end=\"3298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3210\" data-end=\"3239\"\u003eCan it be aged long-term?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3242\"\u003eAbsolutely - this wine is renowned for ageing 20+ years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3417\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3347\"\u003eIs it suitable for investment or cellaring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3347\" data-end=\"3350\"\u003eYes, it is considered one of South Africa’s most collectible wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3419\" data-end=\"3518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3419\" data-end=\"3444\"\u003eWhat makes it unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3444\" data-end=\"3447\"\u003eIts legacy, consistency, and status as a benchmark Cape Bordeaux blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3520\" data-end=\"3625\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3520\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003eIs it suitable for gifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3551\" data-end=\"3554\"\u003eYes - this is an elite, statement wine ideal for significant occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kanonkop","offers":[{"title":"Bottle","offer_id":52819927040327,"sku":"KANO-PS22Bottle","price":67.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Case (x6 Bottles)","offer_id":52819927073095,"sku":"KANO-PS22Case","price":402.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/9272\/4295\/files\/ProductPhotosKanonkop_20.jpg?v=1778764543","url":"https:\/\/potum.shop\/products\/kanonkop-paul-sauer-2022","provider":"POTUM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}