{"title":"Collector's Reds","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"kanonkop-paul-sauer-2022","title":"Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2022","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"828\"\u003eKanonkop Wine Estate is one of Stellenbosch’s most respected family-owned estates, situated on the lower slopes of the Simonsberg mountain. The combination of decomposed granite soils, dryland farming and cooling afternoon breezes creates naturally concentrated fruit with firm structure and ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003ePaul Sauer, named after a former owner of the farm, is the estate’s flagship Bordeaux-style blend and has long been regarded as a benchmark for South African Cabernet blends. Fermented in open concrete vats with regular punch-downs and matured for around two years in French oak (a high percentage new), the wine reflects a philosophy that values structure, longevity and classical balance over immediacy. It is unmistakably Stellenbosch - powerful, composed and built to evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eDeep ruby with a dense core and youthful crimson edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eBlackcurrant and dark cherry lead, followed by plum and cassis. Layers of graphite, cedarwood, tobacco leaf and subtle fynbos emerge with air, alongside well-judged oak spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1635\"\u003eFull-bodied and structured, with firm but polished tannins framing concentrated dark fruit. The Cabernet Sauvignon provides backbone and length, Cabernet Franc adds aromatic lift and freshness, while Merlot rounds out the mid-palate. Acidity is bright and precise, keeping the wine focused despite its depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"2041\"\u003eFinish:\u003cbr data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eLong and layered, tapering into notes of cassis, spice and a savoury mineral edge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kanonkop","offers":[{"title":"Red Dry \/ Red","offer_id":45038093697203,"sku":"RW2228BB15","price":1050.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5195\/9731\/files\/13067-large_default.jpg?v=1762151437"},{"product_id":"meerlust-rubicon-2023","title":"Meerlust Rubicon 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eMeerlust Estate, located on the coastal plains of Stellenbosch, is one of South Africa’s most respected historic wineries, with a winemaking legacy dating back to 1693. The estate’s proximity to False Bay brings cooling maritime influences, while its diverse soils - including decomposed granite and clay - provide structure and complexity to the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eRubicon is the estate’s flagship blend and has long been regarded as a benchmark for Bordeaux-style wines in South Africa. The winemaking philosophy is rooted in classical structure and balance, with careful vineyard selection, hand-harvesting, and maturation in French oak to build depth without overwhelming the fruit. The focus is on longevity, elegance, and a clear sense of place rather than overt power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1364\"\u003eDeep ruby with a dense core and a youthful garnet rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eBlackcurrant and dark plum lead, layered with cedar, tobacco leaf, and graphite. Subtle notes of spice, dried herbs, and dark chocolate add complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1882\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003eFull-bodied with a structured, finely grained tannin profile. 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Under the guidance of Giulio Bertrand, the estate became known for producing Bordeaux-inspired blends that combine Old World restraint with the ripeness and clarity of Stellenbosch fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"843\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eEstate Reserve Red represents Morgenster’s flagship red blend and reflects a meticulous approach both in the vineyard and cellar. The 2016 vintage was shaped by low yields and concentrated fruit, resulting in a wine with depth, structure and longevity. Individual components were matured in French oak barrels before blending, allowing each variety to contribute complexity, texture and balance to the final wine. The style remains focused on elegance and detail rather than sheer power, with bottle maturation already adding further refinement to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eColour:\u003cbr data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003eDeep garnet red with slight brick-red evolution at the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003eNose:\u003cbr data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eComplex aromas of cassis, black plum and dark cherry are layered with cedarwood, cigar box, graphite, dried herbs and subtle earthy spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003ePalate:\u003cbr data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003eFull-bodied and structured, with polished tannins and impressive depth. 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