Est. 1910 — Simonsberg, Stellenbosch
Where the big guns roar
A fourth-generation family estate on the lower slopes of the Simonsberg — widely regarded as the South African equivalent of a Premier Cru or First Growth.
Est. 1910 — Simonsberg, Stellenbosch
A fourth-generation family estate on the lower slopes of the Simonsberg — widely regarded as the South African equivalent of a Premier Cru or First Growth.
The Estate
Kanonkop takes its name from a kopje on the Simonsberg from which a cannon was fired in the 17th and 18th centuries, signalling to farmers that ships had rounded the Cape — time to load produce and trade in Table Bay. Three centuries later, the estate still announces itself unmistakably: through wines consistently ranked among the finest reds in the Southern Hemisphere.
Our Wines
The Estate Range — complex, age-worthy wines from our oldest vineyards. The Kadette Range — softer, fruit-forward wines for earlier enjoyment.
Since 1910
From Paul Sauer's stewardship to the brothers Johann and Paul Krige today, Kanonkop has been shaped by legends — Jan "Boland" Coetzee, Beyers Truter, Abrie Beeslaar — winemakers who built its reputation not only with their hands, but their souls.
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Sample South Africa's finest reds in our tasting room on the R44, take a self-guided cellar tour, and browse the estate art gallery — free of charge, with the Simonsberg looking over your shoulder.
Kanonkop Wine Club
10% off all wines, first allocation of new vintages and library releases, and complimentary tastings for you and a guest.
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A warm, dry winter and a measured growing season delivered classic, structured wines.
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Since our first bottling in 1973, Pinotage has been the estate's calling card to the world.
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Drinks International's annual global poll once again counts Kanonkop among the world's finest.
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