KWV Centenary Limited Edition - 1 of 100 Bottles Ever Produced

The Pinnacle of South African Brandy Excellence.

To celebrate KWV’s 100th year anniversary, KWV’s Master Blender created this very special blend, a brandy that truly transcends time. Behind the award-winning KWV, you will taste and experience a piece of South African history. It all began in 1918 with the first-ever brandy. Two large potstills were used to distill what has become known as KWV’s legendary 1926 vintage.

Some of this vintage bottled 98 years ago, is resting in this very decanter.

Nearly two decades later, KWV experienced another historic moment – albeit catastrophic. In 1942, a fire devastated much of KWV’s Stellenbosch cellars and only one brandy cask remained. Brandy from this very special cask has been added to craft this superb decanter of brandy.

Our Centenary Potstill Brandy reflects the richness of KWV’s heritage as pioneers of South African spirits and contains some of our country’s oldest brandies, including some of that very special brandy filled 98 years ago. It is a true tribute to South Africa and KWV’s brandy heritage and excellence, the most special South African brandy you could possibly find.

This rich golden amber brandy, which has an average maturation period of no less than 37 years, has a unique flavour profile of honey, tawny port, vanilla and ground cinnamon. On taste there are expressive notes of caramelized fruit, saffron, tobacco and chocolate.

KWV will release bottle #18, for the Strauss & Co. Cape Brandy Auction.