Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2018

Hailing from Simonsberg, Stellenbosch, the 2018 vintage is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc and 15% Merlot produced from vines aged 30 years on average. On the nose, fresh herbs, tilled earth, pencil shavings, spice, red- and black fruits. While being heady and perfumed, the wine remains classic and refined, with an utterly elegant structure. The tannins are precise, and together with the clever use of new oak, creates the perfect backdrop to host the complex fruit spectrum. The finish is sappy and spicy, with layered notes of red fruits and cured meats on the long, youthful finish. Pair with meat casseroles, roast lamb and mature cheeses.