Terroir
Knorhoek lies some 200 - 380 meters above sea level on the gently sloping foothills of the Simonsberg mountain, and is part of the world-renowned Stellenbosch wine region.
With its characteristic russet-red oak leaf soils and favourable aspects (warm north-facing slopes for traditional red cultivars and sea breeze-cooled western slopes for slower-maturing whites), Knorhoek is ideally situated for growing fine wines.
The estate today has 105 ha of vineyards, with 85% under state-of-the-art drip irrigation, computerised and regulated according to soil probe data. Over the last 6 years the farm has undergone sweeping changes, with as much as 60 ha being replanted with superior, disease- resistant rootstock. The attractive old wine cellar is constantly being upgraded in order to maintain the high quality of Knorhoek wines.
At Knorhoek, only a selected 15% of the grape production is used for labelled estate wines. The balance is sold to well-known wineries. The result - consistently top quality wines that remain value for money wherever they are enjoyed.
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Pantère 2005CABERNET FRANC - SHIRAZ - CABERNET SAUVIGNON - MERLOT
Almonds, youngberries, a hint of smokiness and white pepper spices makes up a complex bouquet. Complex fruit flavours with a soft tannin structure and a lingering aftertaste.This full-bodied red blend (Cabernet Sauvignon 41%, Shiraz 30%, Merlot 19%, Cabernet franc 10%) has very good maturing potential, reaching full maturity after 3-5years.
| pH: 3.41 |
ALC: 15,01% |
TA: 6.00g/l |
RS: 2.1g/l |
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Cabernet Sauvignon 2007BARREL MATURED
Intense deep colour with blackberries and ripe plum against a backdrop of mint, marzipan and almonds. Rich and complex with a soft tannin structure. A full-bodied serious wine enjoyed with various meats, ostrich and venison, but also complements tomato-based pasta. Drink now or in the next 3-5 years.
| pH: 3,61 |
ALC: 14,0% |
TA: 5,9g/l |
RS: 3,2g/l |
| Latest Awards
Trophey/Gold and Class Winner at the 2006 National Youngwineshow
Diamond Winner at the 2008 Winemakers Choice Awards
Best Red Wine in Simonsberg-Stellenbosch at the SA Terroir Awards in 2009
Best Cabernet Sauvignon in Stellenbosch at the SA Terroir Awards in 2009
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Pinotage 2007 Ripe bananas with a nice integration of oak flavours and a hint of berry fruits makes up a complex bouquet. Juicy and supple on the pallet, but with a good stucture to make this wine enjoyble now or in the next five years. To be enjoyed alone or with a wide variety of meats, game and spicy foods. Drink now or in the next 3-5 years.
| pH: 3,69 |
ALC: 14.9% |
TA: 5,3g/l |
RS: 3,1g/l |
Latest Awards
Gold Medal at the Michelangelo International Wineawards 2009 |
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Shiraz 2006
Rich plum and young berry flavours enhanced by mixed spice and white pepper flavours on the nose. The little bit Viognier enhances this flavours dramaticly. On the pallet the wine is soft and tannins are well integrated with the fruit and oak. Drink now or in next five years. To be enjoyed with a wide variety of meats, game and spicy foods.
| pH: 3,53 |
ALC: 14.65% |
TA: 6.3g/1 |
RS: 1,9g/1 |
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Cabernet Franc 2006Intense deep colour with blackberries and ripe plum against a backdrop of teabush flavours. Rich and complex with a soft tannin structure. A full-bodied serious wine enjoyed with various meats, ostrich and venison, but also complements tomato-based pasta.
| pH: 3,51 |
ALC: 14,50% |
TA: 6,3g/l |
RS: 1,9g/l |
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Sauvignon Blanc 2009
Complex flavours - predominantly fresh tropical fruit, especially guava, and a hint of passion fruit, full round mouth with soft tannins and a lingering after taste. Well balanced acidity. This traditional old world unwooded Sauvignon Blanc is an everyday wine with complex flavours for all occasions, especially salad, pasta, fish and white meat. Drink now or in the next 2-4 years.
| pH: 3,31 |
ALC: 14,0% |
TA: 6,65g/1 |
RS: 4,76g/1 |
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Chenin Blanc 2009 Tropical, rich, fresh pineapple and ripe citrus flavours with a smooth aftertaste and a very good maturing potential. An unwooded serious food and everyday wine - versatile, enjoyed even with turkey, duck and Thai food. Drink now or in the next 2-4 years.
| pH: 3,52 |
ALC: 14,08% |
TA: 6,40g/1 |
RS: 5,90g/1 |
Latest Awards
Awarded by Wine of the Month Club the best Chenin blanc in South Africa for 2009 |
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Two Cubs
Playful and lighthearted, friendly and aproachable, the latest additions
to the Knorhoek family are wines of quality and distinction. Wine made by a new
generation, for new generation wine lovers.
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Two Cubs White Blend 2009
Tropical fruit flavours, quava, honey, grapefruit and pineapple. Balanced between fruit and acidity. An easy drinking white wine enjoyed with green salad, white meat and a wide variety of seafood. Drink now or in the next 3 years.
| pH: 3,34 |
ALC: 13.5% |
TA: 7,14g/1 |
RS: 2,98g/1 |
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Two Cubs Rosé 2008This is a nice, easy drinking dry Rosé wine, making this the perfect drink before and during light meals and salads. Nice balance between fruit and acidity showing nice fruit flavours and grape aromas.
| pH: 3,15 |
ALC: 13% |
TA: 5.5g/1 |
RS: 4,1g/1 |
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Two Cubs Red Blend 2007Complexity of delicate fruit aromas that consists of black currant, black berry and is supported by flavours of mocca and delicate vanilla and smokiness. Soft well structured tannin and good balanced acidity. Round on taste with aromas of black berry and mocca and long aftertaste.An easy drinking red wine (30% Merlot, 19% Pinotage, 18% Petit Verdot, 18% Cabernet franc, 14% Cabernet Sauvignon).
| pH: 3,6 |
ALC: 13,5% |
TA: 5.8g/1 |
RS: 4.0g/1 |
Latest Awards
Gold Michelangelo International Wine Awards 2009 |
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