Kanonkop Stellenbosch – Pinotage and red wines with depth and finesse
Iconic Simonsberg wines with precision and strong sense of origin
Kanonkop is recognised as one of South Africa’s defining wine estates, producing Pinotage and red wines with depth, finesse, precision and origin expression.
Pinotage lies at the heart of the estate’s identity, complemented by Paul Sauer as an iconic Cape blend. Simonsberg soils and a clear terroir-driven philosophy give the wines structure, tension and recognisable character.
The focused portfolio combines approachable estate wines with iconic premium releases, offering a clear framework for different preferences and occasions.
Pinotage
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 93 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2024: 93 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€50.47* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Kadette Cape Blend
- Kanonkop
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Stellenbosch
- Pinotage - blend
- John Platter: 4 Sterne / 89 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€17.13* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Paul Sauer 50
- Kanonkop
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Simonsberg-Stellenbosch
- Cabernet Sauvignon - blend
- Wine Spectator: 92 points
- Wine Advocate: 92 points
- Wine & Spirits: 90 points
- IWSC: Gold
- IWSC: Pichon Longueville Trophy for Best Blended Red Wine
Content: 0.75 Liter (€193.33* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Paul Sauer
- Kanonkop
- Red wine - dry
- South Africa - Simonsberg-Stellenbosch
- Cabernet Sauvignon - blend
- John Platter: 4.5 Sterne / 93 Punkte
- Tim Atkin 2025: 95 Punkte
- Winemagazine South Africa 2025: 95 Punkte
Content: 0.75 Liter (€73.33* / 1 Liter)
Available, delivery time: 1-3 days
Vineyard Kanonkop
Kanonkop in Stellenbosch – origin and style
Kanonkop is regarded as a benchmark for South African red wines and is especially known for its defining role in establishing Pinotage at the highest quality level. Simonsberg terroir, old vines and a strong focus on origin shape wines with depth, tension and precision.
The estate’s identity combines South African individuality with internationally recognised fine-wine stature.
Pinotage and Paul Sauer as defining signatures
Pinotage forms the backbone of the portfolio and stands at Kanonkop for concentration, structure and remarkable ageing potential.
Old bush vines contribute additional depth and origin expression, reinforcing the estate’s long-standing authority in Pinotage.
Paul Sauer is recognised as the estate’s iconic flagship blend and adds a second stylistic reference point to the portfolio.
Together, these signatures give the estate an exceptionally distinctive identity.
Range and style
From approachable estate wines to complex premium releases, the range offers versatile options for different occasions. Depth, precision and origin expression remain central throughout.
This makes the portfolio intuitive to navigate while appealing to those who value characterful red wines with ageing potential.
A South African estate with international standing
Kanonkop combines South African origin with internationally respected expertise in Pinotage and classical red wines.
For those looking to explore Stellenbosch wines with depth, tension and precise structure, Kanonkop offers a focused portfolio with iconic identity.
Vineyard facts
- Year of established:
- 1910
- Address:
- R44, Stellenbosch, 7600
- Geo data address:
- -33.85470801666185, 18.860080408786345
- Acreage:
- 100Ha
- Our recommendation:
- Kanonkop Kadette Pinotage
- Why you should visit:
- Tastings focused on Pinotage, Paul Sauer and iconic estate wines
- Insights into one of South Africa’s benchmark Pinotage estates
- Explore Simonsberg terroir and the heritage of a historic family estate
- Visit a reference-point producer for South African fine red wines
- Phone:
- +27 (0)21 884 4656
- Vineyard website:
- https://www.kanonkop.co.za/