Kanonkop Pinotage 2012
Editor Rating
- Rated 4.5 stars
- Outstanding
$44.95
- Simonsberg-Stellenbosch
- Reviewed by: Evan Saviolidis
- Published on: July 12, 2016
- Last modified: July 12, 2016
Review Summary:
Until about 5 years ago, the majority of Pinotage wines were bitter and ridden with loads of Brettanomyces (leathery, gamey qualities). Today, as a means to gain favour with international palates, coffee Pinotage has taken over, a style which emphasizes heavy oak flavours of chocolate, mocha and coffee as a means to cover the undesirable qualities. That said, there have always been a few producers who have churned out profound Pinotage, and Kanokop is certainly at the top of my list. The 2012 shows lovely raspberry, cassis, sweet cherry, vanilla, herbs and a touch of animal. Full-bodied, there is excellent length and structure to take it into the late 2020s.