Inaugural Fine Wine

Live Auction, 8 June 2019

Session 1

Sold for

ZAR 14 225
Lot 181
  • Kanonkop; Paul Sauer; 1990; 6 (1 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 11 000 - 12 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 14 225

About this Item

1990 Paul Sauer
6 (1 x 6) 750ml

Often described as the South African equivalent of a Grand Cru or First Growth, Kanonkop Estate is situated on the Simonsberg mountain slopes on the outskirts of Stellenbosch. Owned by the fourth generation Krige family,

The Bordeaux blend was named after former owner, Paul Sauer, and was first made in 1981. This vintage was produced by wine-making legend Beyers Truter and has aged with incredible grace.

Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

‘Deep, multi-layered complexity, consistent with style of this estate flagship Bordeaux-style. intense spiciness, sweet oak/mulberry fruit framed by solid 13% alc.’  Platter’s SA Wine Guide , 4*

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