Kanonkop Kadette Pinotage 2022 – Bold South African Red Wine from Stellenbosch

Bold. Spicy. Unapologetically Pinotage.

From the slopes of the Simonsberg Mountains in Stellenbosch, Kanonkop delivers its signature take on South Africa’s most polarizing grape: Pinotage. Love it or fear it—this one converts doubters. The Kadette line is all about accessibility without compromise, and the 2022 vintage is straight-up fire: deep, spicy, fruit-forward, and structured enough to make steak nervous.

🏔️ The Estate: Kanonkop Wine Estate

Family-owned for four generations, Kanonkop is South Africa’s red wine royalty. Winemaker Abrie Beeslaar, three-time International Winemaker of the Year, brings both elegance and grit to every bottle. Pinotage is his playground—and Kadette is where the fun starts.

Kanonkop has been called the “First Growth of South Africa,” and their Kadette range brings that pedigree into the everyday.

💬 Critic Reviews

🏅 90 Points – Wine Spectator
“Ripe plum and blackberry compote balanced by black pepper, cocoa, and a touch of earth. Polished tannins and fresh acidity keep it all in check.”

🏅 91 Points – Tim Atkin MW
“Bright and juicy. Classic Pinotage spice with wild berry energy and great drinkability. A textbook introduction to Stellenbosch’s red soul.”

🍷 Tasting Notes

• Color: Deep ruby with youthful purple edges

• Nose: Ripe red and blackberries, plum, baking spice, and a smoky undertone

• Palate: Medium-bodied with juicy fruit, hints of mocha and black tea, and subtle oak integration. Tannins are smooth and lightly grippy

• Finish: Clean, fresh, and slightly smoky—perfect for fireside sipping or weekday dinner power moves

🍽️ Perfect Pairings

• Braai (South African BBQ) anything

• Pulled pork with spice rub

• Smoky lentil stew

• Dark chocolate + a late-night rant

📦 Wine Specs

• Variety: 100% Pinotage

• Region: Stellenbosch, South Africa

• Vintage: 2022

• ABV: 13.5%

• Aging: 12 months in French oak

• Farming: Sustainable

• Bottle Size: 750ml

• Serve At: 16–18°C

• Cellaring Potential: Now–2028

Love Pinot Noir’s vibe but want more grit?
Add Kanonkop Kadette Pinotage 2022 to your lineup and experience the bold, smoky soul of South Africa in a bottle 🔥🍷