2017 Kanonkop, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Stellenbosch, South Africa

2017, a third drought vintage in a row, has turned out a beautiful set of wines from Kanonkop. 24 months in a blend of new and used French oak as is standard here. Cassis, black cherry and mocha – classically Cabernet. The tannins are robust and ripe – I’ll be giving this a couple of years after it arrives. Serve with the usual fare – steaks, chops, stews and dare I suggest the obvious, braai.

Fergus Stewart, Private Client Manager, Berry Bros & Rudd